1 marla is NOT one fixed size. Traditional (Lahore, Faisalabad, Indian Punjab/Haryana) = 272.25 sq ft; the modern CDA standard (Islamabad, Karachi) = 225 sq ft. Confirm the local standard.
Marla is a traditional land unit used across Pakistan and North India (Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh). Its size depends on the standard: the traditional marla is 272.25 square feet (used in Lahore, Faisalabad and Indian Punjab), while the modern CDA standard is 225 square feet (Islamabad, Karachi). Pick the right one above for an accurate conversion.
A 7-marla plot on the traditional standard: 7 × 272.25 = 1,905.75 square feet.
Marla, kanal and square feet
20 marla make 1 kanal, so a 10-marla plot is half a kanal. The most common residential sizes are 5, 10 and 20 marla. Because the marla differs by city and authority, always confirm which standard applies before a property deal.
Frequently asked questions
How many square feet is 1 marla?
272.25 sq ft on the traditional standard (Lahore, Faisalabad, Indian Punjab) or 225 sq ft on the modern CDA standard (Islamabad, Karachi).
How many marla in 1 kanal?
20 marla make one kanal.
How big is 5 marla?
1,361.25 sq ft (traditional) or 1,125 sq ft (modern).
Which standard should I use?
Use 272.25 in Lahore, Faisalabad and Indian Punjab/Haryana; use 225 for CDA Islamabad and Karachi. Confirm locally.
Traditional land units vary by region and even by district; always confirm the local definition and official land records before any property transaction.
Written by the CalcPine team · Reviewed for accuracy · Last updated 14 July 2026 · Method: square feet = marla × (272.25 traditional / 225 modern).
