For informational purposes only. Confirm the local standard before any transaction.
How to convert Marla to Kanal
To convert Marla to Kanal, multiply the area by 0.05. One Marla (marla) equals 0.05 Kanal (kanal), and conversely one Kanal equals 20 Marla. The Marla is a land unit equal to 1/20 of a kanal (272.25 sq ft), common in North India, while the Kanal is a land unit equal to 1/8 of an acre (5,445 sq ft), common in Punjab, Haryana and J&K. Use the calculator below to convert any value between the two units, or read the conversion table and worked examples that follow.
Formula
Kanal = Marla × 0.05
For example, to convert 10 Marla to Kanal, multiply 10 by 0.05 to get 0.5 Kanal.
This is the most commonly used standard value. The actual size of this unit varies from state to state in India — always confirm the local standard before a transaction.
Marla to Kanal conversion table
Marla (marla)
Kanal (kanal)
1 marla
0.05 kanal
2 marla
0.1 kanal
3 marla
0.15 kanal
4 marla
0.2 kanal
5 marla
0.25 kanal
6 marla
0.3 kanal
7 marla
0.35 kanal
8 marla
0.4 kanal
9 marla
0.45 kanal
10 marla
0.5 kanal
20 marla
1 kanal
25 marla
1.25 kanal
50 marla
2.5 kanal
100 marla
5 kanal
500 marla
25 kanal
1,000 marla
50 kanal
Frequently asked questions
How many Kanal are there in 1 Marla?
There are 0.05 Kanal (kanal) in 1 Marla (marla).
How do you convert Marla to Kanal?
Multiply the number of Marla by 0.05. The formula is: Kanal = Marla × 0.05.
What is 1 Kanal in Marla?
1 Kanal equals 20 Marla.
How many Kanal are there in 100 Marla?
100 Marla equals 5 Kanal.
Is the size of a Marla the same everywhere in India?
This is the most commonly used standard value. The actual size of this unit varies from state to state in India — always confirm the local standard before a transaction.
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