Punjab Land Measurement Units

Traditional and modern land measurement systems used across Punjab. Convert between Kanal, Marla, Sarsai, Killa, Acre, Bigha, and other units.

Kanal Marla Sarsai Killa Acre Bigha Biswa

About Punjab Land Measurement

Punjab, known as the "Land of Five Rivers," has a rich agricultural heritage with unique traditional land measurement units. The state primarily uses the Kanal-Marla system for property transactions, along with other traditional units like Sarsai, Killa, and Biswa.

While modern units like Acre, Hectare, and Square Feet are also used, traditional units remain prevalent in rural areas and property documents. Understanding these units is essential for land transactions, agricultural planning, and property valuation in Punjab.

The traditional Punjab land measurement system is hierarchical: 1 Killa = 8 Kanals = 160 Marlas = 640 Sarsais. This system has historical roots in the Mughal era and continues to be used alongside metric system units.

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Punjab Land Measurement Units Explained

Kanal (Punjab)

Primary unit for land measurement in Punjab urban and semi-urban areas.

  • 1 Kanal = 20 Marlas
  • 1 Kanal = 5445 Square Feet
  • 1 Kanal = 506 Square Meters
  • 1 Kanal = 0.125 Acres

Used in property documents, real estate transactions

Marla (Punjab)

Subunit of Kanal, commonly used for smaller land parcels.

  • 1 Marla = 272.25 Square Feet
  • 1 Marla = 25.29 Square Meters
  • 20 Marlas = 1 Kanal
  • 160 Marlas = 1 Killa

Standard unit for residential plots

Sarsai/Sarsahi

Traditional subunit used in rural Punjab measurements.

  • 1 Sarsai = 30.25 Square Feet
  • 9 Sarsais = 1 Marla
  • 180 Sarsais = 1 Kanal
  • 1440 Sarsais = 1 Killa

Historical unit still referenced in old records

Killa (Punjab)

Large agricultural unit equivalent to 1 Acre.

  • 1 Killa = 8 Kanals
  • 1 Killa = 160 Marlas
  • 1 Killa = 43,560 Square Feet
  • 1 Killa = 1 Acre

Standard unit for agricultural land

Acre (International)

Standard international unit used alongside traditional units.

  • 1 Acre = 8 Kanals
  • 1 Acre = 160 Marlas
  • 1 Acre = 43,560 Square Feet
  • 1 Acre = 0.4047 Hectares

Used in official land records and documents

Bigha (Punjab)

Traditional large unit with regional variations in size.

  • 1 Bigha = 0.25 Acres (approx)
  • 1 Bigha = 2 Kanals (approx)
  • 1 Bigha = 10,890 Square Feet
  • 1 Bigha = 20 Biswas (Punjab)

Used in some rural areas of Punjab

Punjab Land Unit Conversion Table

Unit Marla Kanal Killa Acre Square Feet Square Meter
1 Marla 1 0.05 0.00625 0.00625 272.25 25.29
1 Kanal 20 1 0.125 0.125 5,445 506
1 Killa 160 8 1 1 43,560 4,047
1 Acre 160 8 1 1 43,560 4,047
1 Bigha (Punjab) 40 2 0.25 0.25 10,890 1,012
1 Sarsai 0.111 0.0056 0.0007 0.0007 30.25 2.81

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Marlas are in 1 Kanal in Punjab?
In Punjab's standard land measurement system, 1 Kanal equals exactly 20 Marlas. This is the standard conversion used in property documents and real estate transactions across the state.
Is 1 Killa equal to 1 Acre in Punjab?
Yes, in Punjab, 1 Killa is equal to 1 Acre. Both terms represent the same area: 8 Kanals, 160 Marlas, or 43,560 square feet. Killa is the traditional Punjabi term for Acre.
What is the difference between Sarsai and Sarsahi?
Sarsai and Sarsahi refer to the same traditional land measurement unit in Punjab. Both terms are used interchangeably to represent 30.25 square feet or 1/9th of a Marla.
How many Square Feet are in 1 Marla in Punjab?
In Punjab's standard measurement, 1 Marla equals 272.25 square feet. This is different from some other regions where 1 Marla may be 225 or 250 square feet, making Punjab's Marla slightly larger.
Which unit is used in official Punjab land records?
Official Punjab land records use both traditional units (Kanal, Marla, Killa) and metric units (Hectare, Square Meter). However, Kanal and Marla remain the most commonly used units in property registration documents.
How do I convert Bigha to Kanal in Punjab?
In Punjab, 1 Bigha is approximately equal to 2 Kanals. However, Bigha size can vary by region, so it's important to confirm the local conversion factor. The standard Punjab Bigha is 2 Kanals or 10,890 square feet.