State may use different units of measurement like - bigha, cent, etc
1 Kanal = 0.125 Acre in Himachal Pradesh
** Note: Informational purpose only—please confirm with local authorities.
In many parts of Himachal Pradesh, especially in rural regions, Acre is a widely used traditional unit for measuring land area. Kanal is another commonly used unit, One Kanal often considered equivalent to 0.125 Acre.
When converting from Kanal to Acre, it's important to note that the conversion rate can vary depending on the region or state. Accurate conversion requires knowing the local definitions and accepted values for these units.
(Data may vary by district; based on common practices in Himachal Pradesh)
Kanal | Equivalent in Acre |
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1 Kanal | 0.125 Acre |
2 Kanal | 0.25 Acre |
3 Kanal | 0.375 Acre |
4 Kanal | 0.5 Acre |
5 Kanal | 0.625 Acre |
6 Kanal | 0.75 Acre |
7 Kanal | 0.875 Acre |
8 Kanal | 1 Acre |
9 Kanal | 1.125 Acre |
10 Kanal | 1.25 Acre |
11 Kanal | 1.375 Acre |
12 Kanal | 1.5 Acre |
13 Kanal | 1.625 Acre |
14 Kanal | 1.75 Acre |
15 Kanal | 1.875 Acre |
16 Kanal | 2 Acre |
17 Kanal | 2.125 Acre |
18 Kanal | 2.25 Acre |
19 Kanal | 2.375 Acre |
20 Kanal | 2.5 Acre |
Kanal is a traditional unit of land measurement commonly used in northern Indian states like Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. In Himachal Pradesh, 1 Kanal is equal to 0.125 Acre. It is primarily used in rural and semi-urban areas of Himachal Pradesh for measuring medium to large land parcels, especially in agricultural and residential contexts.
The use of Kanal dates back to the British colonial period, where it was standardized for land revenue and survey purposes. In Himachal Pradesh, Kanal became an integral part of local land systems and continues to be widely used alongside units like Marla and Bigha. Despite the shift to metric units in official records, Kanal remains a culturally accepted and practical unit in real estate dealings across Himachal Pradesh.
Conversion Unit | Equivalent in 1 Kanal |
---|---|
Murabba | 0.005 |
Dhur | 250 |
Pura | 0.15625 |
Biswa | 12.5 |
Lessa | 250 |
Biswa Kacha | 6.25 |
Marla | 20 |
Katha | 12.5 |
Bigha | 0.625 |
Square Karam | 180 |
Square Feet | 5445 |
Acre | 0.125 |
Square Meter | 505.857542340601469 |
Hectare | 0.050585705358528 |
Square Inch | 784080 |
Square Mile | 0.0001953125 |
Square Kilometer | 0.000505857053585 |
Decimal | 12.5 |
Square Yard | 605 |
Square Centimeter | 5058575.423 |
Acre is a widely used standard unit of land measurement in India, including in Himachal Pradesh. It is most commonly used for larger land parcels, especially in agriculture, real estate, and official records. In Himachal Pradesh, 1 Acre is equal to 8 Kanal. Acre is often used alongside both traditional units (like Bigha or Marla) and metric units in Himachal Pradesh.
The Acre was introduced during British rule and became a standard unit in India’s land revenue system. In Himachal Pradesh, it continues to be used for agricultural land registration, government surveys, and real estate transactions. Despite the formal shift to the metric system, Acre remains one of the most recognized and accepted land units in both rural and urban areas across Himachal Pradesh.
Conversion Unit | Equivalent in 1 Acre |
---|---|
Murabba | 0.04 |
Dhur | 2000 |
Pura | 1.25 |
Biswa | 100 |
Lessa | 2000 |
Biswa Kacha | 50 |
Marla | 160 |
Katha | 100 |
Bigha | 5 |
Square Karam | 1440 |
Kanal | 8 |
Square Feet | 43560 |
Square Meter | 4046.86 |
Hectare | 0.404685642868228 |
Square Inch | 6272640 |
Square Mile | 0.0015625 |
Square Kilometer | 0.004046856428682 |
Decimal | 100 |
Square Yard | 4840 |
Square Centimeter | 40468603.387 |
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