Gaj to Kanal Calculator in Punjab

Popular Gaj to Kanal Conversions

In many parts of Punjab, especially in rural regions, Kanal is a widely used traditional unit for measuring land area. Gaj is another commonly used unit, One Gaj often considered equivalent to 0.001652878787879 Kanal.

When converting from Gaj to Kanal, 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.

Gaj to Kanal Conversion Table in Punjab (Approximate)

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

Gaj	Equivalent in Kanal
1 Gaj	0.001652878787879 Kanal
2 Gaj	0.003305757575758 Kanal
3 Gaj	0.004958636363637 Kanal
4 Gaj	0.006611515151516 Kanal
5 Gaj	0.008264393939395 Kanal
6 Gaj	0.009917272727274 Kanal
7 Gaj	0.011570151515153 Kanal
8 Gaj	0.013223030303032 Kanal
9 Gaj	0.014875909090911 Kanal
10 Gaj	0.01652878787879 Kanal
11 Gaj	0.018181666666669 Kanal
12 Gaj	0.019834545454548 Kanal
13 Gaj	0.021487424242427 Kanal
14 Gaj	0.023140303030306 Kanal
15 Gaj	0.024793181818185 Kanal
16 Gaj	0.026446060606064 Kanal
17 Gaj	0.028098939393943 Kanal
18 Gaj	0.029751818181822 Kanal
19 Gaj	0.031404696969701 Kanal
20 Gaj	0.03305757575758 Kanal

About Gaj (Guz) in Punjab

Gaj, also known as Guz, is a traditional unit of measurement commonly used in Punjab, particularly for measuring land and textiles. It is often regarded as the regional equivalent of a square yard. In modern land measurement, 1 Gaj = 0.001652878787879 Kanal.

Despite India's formal adoption of the metric system, Gaj remains widely used in real estate transactions, especially in Punjab, where customary practices still influence property measurement and land records.

Historical Background

The origin of the Gaj (or Guz) dates back to the Mughal era, where it was introduced as a standard unit for measuring cloth in royal and local markets. Over time, its use extended beyond textiles into real estate and land measurement. During the British colonial rule, the Gaj was widely adopted in land records, which helped institutionalize its use in several parts of North India. The legacy of this unit continues, particularly in regions where traditional and customary land measurement systems are still in practice.

Conversion Unit	Equivalent in 1 Gaj
Dhur	0.330575757575758
Biswa	0.016528787878788
Bigha	0.000826439393939
Square Karam	0.297518181818182
Kanal	0.001652878787879
Murabba	0.000008264393939
Killa	0.000206609848485
Pura	0.000206609848485
Lessa	0.330575757575758
Biswa Kacha	0.008264393939394
Marla	0.033057575757576
Katha	0.016528787878788
Square Feet	8.999924999999999
Acre	0.000206609848485
Square Meter	0.836121201423276
Hectare	0.000083612039357
Square Inch	1295.989
Square Mile	0.000000322827888
Square Kilometer	0.000000836120394
Decimal	0.020660984848485
Square Yard	0.999991666666667
Square Centimeter	8361.212

About Kanal in Punjab

Kanal is a traditional unit of land measurement commonly used in northern Indian states like Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. In Punjab, 1 Kanal is equal to 605.005041708603244 Gaj. It is primarily used in rural and semi-urban areas of Punjab for measuring medium to large land parcels, especially in agricultural and residential contexts.

Historical Background in Punjab

The use of Kanal dates back to the British colonial period, where it was standardized for land revenue and survey purposes. In Punjab, 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 Punjab.

Conversion Unit	Equivalent in 1 Kanal
Dhur	200
Biswa	10
Bigha	0.5
Square Karam	180
Murabba	0.005
Gaj	605.005041708681006
Killa	0.125
Pura	0.125
Lessa	200
Biswa Kacha	5
Marla	20
Katha	10
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