Marla to Acre Converter

Understanding Marla to Acre Conversion

What is Marla?

Marla is a traditional unit of land measurement commonly used in North India, particularly in Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh. One Marla is equal to 272.25 square feet or 1/160th of an acre.

  • 1 Marla = 272.25 square feet
  • 1 Marla = 30.25 square yards
  • 1 Marla = 25.2929 square meters

What is Acre?

An acre is a standard unit of land measurement used internationally. It is commonly used in real estate and agriculture:

  • 1 Acre = 43,560 square feet
  • 1 Acre = 4,840 square yards
  • 1 Acre = 0.4047 hectares

Conversion Table

Unit Value in Marla Value in Acre
1 Marla 1 0.00625
160 Marla 160 1
1 Acre 160 1

Common Use Cases

Understanding Marla to Acre conversion is essential for:

  • Real estate transactions in North India
  • Agricultural land measurements
  • Property documentation
  • Land development projects

Regional Variations

While Marla is primarily used in North India, it's important to note that the conversion rate to Acre remains consistent across regions. This makes it easier to work with standardized measurements in real estate and land transactions.

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