🔄 Marla to Kanal Converter
Marla and kanal are the everyday language of property in Pakistan, and the link between them is simple: 1 kanal = 20 marla. This converter turns any marla figure into kanal and also shows square feet, gaj (square yards) and acres, so you can compare a plot quote with modern listings and official records.
It uses the standard revenue measure — 1 marla = 272.25 sq ft — that applies in most of Pakistan.
How to use this calculator
Enter the area in marla. The converter returns the same area in kanal, square feet, gaj and acres.
- Type the Marla value (for example 10).
- Read the Kanal result instantly.
- Check the square feet and gaj equivalents alongside.
- Use the acre figure for large plots and agricultural land.
Marla to Kanal: Quick Reference
Common plot sizes converted at the standard measure (1 marla = 272.25 sq ft):
| Marla | Kanal | Square feet |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.05 | 272.25 |
| 3 | 0.15 | 816.75 |
| 5 | 0.25 | 1,361.25 |
| 7 | 0.35 | 1,905.75 |
| 10 | 0.5 | 2,722.5 |
| 14 | 0.7 | 3,811.5 |
| 20 | 1 | 5,445 |
One acre is exactly 8 kanal (160 marla), which is why kanal figures divide so neatly into acres.
Frequently asked questions
How many marla are in one kanal?
There are exactly 20 marla in 1 kanal. So to convert marla to kanal, divide by 20: 10 marla = 0.5 kanal, and 5 marla = 0.25 kanal.
How do I convert marla to kanal manually?
Divide the marla value by 20. For example, a 14 marla plot is 14 / 20 = 0.7 kanal. To go the other way, multiply kanal by 20.
How many square feet are in a kanal?
One kanal is 20 marla x 272.25 sq ft = 5,445 square feet. It is also 605 square yards (gaj) and exactly one eighth of an acre.
Can you give a worked example?
A 10 marla house plot equals 0.5 kanal. In square feet that is 10 x 272.25 = 2,722.5 sq ft, or 302.5 gaj.
Is one marla the same size everywhere in Pakistan?
The standard revenue marla is 272.25 square feet (9 sarsai) and is used in most property records across Pakistan. Some old-city areas use a 250 sq ft marla and a few housing schemes use 225 sq ft, so for a legal transfer always confirm the marla size from the registry or fard before relying on any conversion.