If you are buying or selling property in Jammu & Kashmir, you will frequently encounter land measurements like marla, kanal, and bigha. These are traditional units used across North India and J&K, and understanding them is essential before any property transaction.
The most important conversion to remember: 1 Kanal = 20 Marla. This is the standard in Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab. So if a plot is listed as '2 Kanal', that means it is 40 Marla.
In J&K, 1 Marla = 272.25 square feet (sq ft). This is slightly different from some other states where 1 marla = 225 sq ft. Always confirm which standard is being used when dealing with sellers from outside J&K.
Quick reference table: 1 Marla = 272.25 sq ft | 5 Marla = 1,361.25 sq ft | 10 Marla = 2,722.5 sq ft | 1 Kanal (20 Marla) = 5,445 sq ft | 2 Kanal = 10,890 sq ft | 4 Kanal (1 Bigha) = 21,780 sq ft.
Common plot sizes in Jammu: 5 Marla plots are popular for budget buyers and are typically 30×45 feet. 10 Marla plots (around 50×55 feet) are the most common size for independent houses. 1 Kanal plots are preferred for larger villas and farmhouses.
Use our free J&K Property Calculator on the homepage to instantly convert between marla, kanal, and square feet. No manual calculation needed — just enter the value and get the result instantly.
