Ground to Square Kilometer Calculator in Kerala

Popular Ground to Square Kilometer Conversions

In many parts of Kerala, especially in rural regions, Square Kilometer is a widely used traditional unit for measuring land area. Ground is another commonly used unit, One Ground often considered equivalent to 0.00022299981241 Square Kilometer.

When converting from Ground to Square Kilometer, 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.

Ground to Square Kilometer Conversion Table in Kerala (Approximate)

(Data may vary by district; based on common practices in Kerala)

About Ground in Kerala

Ground is a traditional unit of land measurement primarily used in southern Indian states, especially in Tamil Nadu. In Kerala, 1 Ground is equal to 0.00022299981241 Square Kilometer. While the unit is not part of the metric system, it continues to be widely used in residential real estate transactions, particularly for small to medium-sized plots. In urban areas of Kerala, builders and property buyers often refer to land area in Grounds, especially when discussing individual house plots or independent villas.

Historical Background in Kerala

The Ground as a land measurement unit originated during the British colonial era and was popularized for use in housing and small plot divisions. In Kerala, its usage became embedded in local real estate practices and continues even today, despite the formal adoption of metric units like square meters and hectares. Especially in cities like Chennai and Coimbatore, land is still frequently advertised and sold in terms of Grounds, making it a culturally and commercially relevant unit in Kerala’s property market.

About Square Kilometer in Kerala

A Square Kilometer is a metric unit of area measurement commonly used for large land areas such as cities, districts, forests, and highways. In Kerala, 1 Square Kilometer equals 4484.309 Ground. It is widely used in Kerala for official documents, geographical surveys, and government planning reports.

Historical Background in Kerala

The Square Kilometer gained prominence in India after the adoption of the metric system. In Kerala, it replaced traditional units for large-scale mapping and administrative purposes. Today, it is a standard unit in census data, infrastructure projects, and environmental studies.