Marla to Square Yard (Gaj) Converter
Key Facts & Revenue Parameters
- Standard Marla in Sq Yd
- 30.25 sq yd (gaj)
- 4 Marla Plot in Sq Yd
- 121 sq yd (1,089 sq ft)
- 6 Marla Plot in Sq Yd
- 181.5 sq yd (1,633.5 sq ft)
- 8 Marla Plot in Sq Yd
- 242 sq yd (2,178 sq ft)
- 10 Marla Plot in Sq Yd
- 302.5 sq yd (2,722.5 sq ft)
- Formula
- square yards = marla × 30.25
Conversion Formula & Worked Example
Worked Example: A 8 marla plot in Sector 78 Mohali equals 8 × 30.25 = 242 square yards (gaj).
Common Conversion Values: Marla to Square Yard (Gaj)
| Marla | Square Yard (Gaj) | Square Feet Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Marla | 30.25 Square Yards | 272.25 sq ft |
| 2 Marla | 60.50 Square Yards | 544.50 sq ft |
| 3 Marla | 90.75 Square Yards | 816.75 sq ft |
| 4 Marla | 121.00 Square Yards | 1,089 sq ft |
| 5 Marla | 151.25 Square Yards | 1,361 sq ft |
| 6 Marla | 181.50 Square Yards | 1,634 sq ft |
| 7 Marla | 211.75 Square Yards | 1,906 sq ft |
| 8 Marla | 242.00 Square Yards | 2,178 sq ft |
| 9 Marla | 272.25 Square Yards | 2,450 sq ft |
| 10 Marla | 302.50 Square Yards | 2,723 sq ft |
| 15 Marla | 453.75 Square Yards | 4,084 sq ft |
| 20 Marla | 605.00 Square Yards | 5,445 sq ft |
| 25 Marla | 756.25 Square Yards | 6,806 sq ft |
| 50 Marla | 1,513 Square Yards | 13,613 sq ft |
| 100 Marla | 3,025 Square Yards | 27,225 sq ft |
| 500 Marla | 15,125 Square Yards | 1,36,125 sq ft |
| 1000 Marla | 30,250 Square Yards | 2,72,250 sq ft |
Regional Variations Across Punjab Revenue Systems
| System & Region | Karam | 1 Marla | 1 Kanal | 1 Bigha | Kanals / Acre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mohali / Standard Punjab Mohali / Tricity and all urban Punjab (System A) | 66 in | 272.25 sq ft | 5,445 sq ft | 21,780 sq ft | 8.00 kanal |
Rajpura / Patiala Katcha Bigha Rajpura, Banur, Dera Bassi, Lalru, Patiala, Nabha, Malerkotla, Fazilka (System B) | 57.157 in | 226.88 sq ft | 4,538 sq ft | 9,075 sq ft | 9.60 kanal |
Doaba Region Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Anandpur Sahib (System C) | 57.5 in | 206.64 sq ft | 4,133 sq ft | 16,531 sq ft | 10.54 kanal |
Majha Region Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Ferozepur, Faridkot (System D) | 60 in | 225.00 sq ft | 4,500 sq ft | 10,000 sq ft | 9.68 kanal |
Kapurthala State Kapurthala (System E) | 54 in | 182.25 sq ft | 3,645 sq ft | 7,290 sq ft | 11.95 kanal |
Ludhiana Pakka Bigha Ludhiana (System F) | 99 in | 272.25 sq ft | 5,445 sq ft | 27,225 sq ft | 8.00 kanal |
Navigating Plot Sizes in Square Yards and Marlas
In urban property markets like Mohali and Chandigarh, buyers frequently switch between marla and square yard (gaj) terminology. While architectural blueprints specify frontages and depths in feet or square yards, revenue records maintain marla entries. 1 marla equals 30.25 square yards.
GMADA Plot Allotment Equivalents
Common GMADA residential plot sizes expressed in both units: 4 marla = 121 sq yd, 6 marla = 181.5 sq yd, 8 marla = 242 sq yd, 10 marla = 302.5 sq yd, 1 kanal = 605 sq yd.
Calculation Mechanics
To convert marla to square yards, multiply by 30.25. To reverse convert from square yards to marla, divide by 30.25.
Statutory Citations & Source Documentation
- Punjab Land Records Manual (3rd Edition, 2004)(Department of Revenue, Punjab)
Verified Statistic: 30.25 square yards equals 1 standard marla, 121 square yards equals 1 biswa, and 605 square yards equals 1 kanal in Mohali.
Provenance: Conversion factors sourced from the Punjab Land Records Manual, 3rd edition, 2004. Last verified 26 July 2026.
"Revenue practice varies by tehsil and by whether the area was consolidated. Before any registry, confirm the conversion against the jamabandi and the local patwari record."
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square yards (gaj) are in 1 marla?
1 marla contains exactly 30.25 square yards (gaj) in standard Punjab revenue records.
How many square yards is a 5 marla plot?
A 5 marla plot equals 151.25 square yards (1,361.25 square feet).
How do I convert marla to gaj by hand?
Multiply the marla figure by 30.25. For example, 6 marla × 30.25 = 181.5 gaj.
Is a gaj the same as a square yard in Mohali?
Yes, gaj (or gajj) is the local Indian term for square yard; 1 gaj equals 9 square feet.
How many marla is 250 square yards?
Divide 250 by 30.25 to get 8.264 marla.
Why do plot deeds list both marla and square yards?
GMADA urban authorities issue plot allotments in square yards, while revenue registries log deeds in marla-kanal notation.