1 Kanal Plot Dimensions in Feet (Pakistan)
The honest answer: there are two correct answers. A 1 kanal plot is 5,445 sq ft under the revenue standard — or 4,500 sq ft in DHA/Bahria Town. Here are the length × width combinations for both, and how to verify yours.
The quick answer
1 kanal = 20 marla, but Pakistan uses two marla sizes — so "1 kanal" measures two different things depending on where you are:
- Revenue / patwari standard: 1 marla = 272.25 sq ft → 1 kanal = 5,445 sq ft (605 sq yards)
- DHA / Bahria Town standard: 1 marla = 225 sq ft → 1 kanal = 4,500 sq ft (500 sq yards)
Before you believe any dimensions a dealer quotes, find out which standard the society uses — our guide on the 225 vs 272 marla standard explains which societies use which.
Common 1 kanal plot dimensions (revenue standard — 5,445 sq ft)
Under the revenue standard used in official land records across Punjab, these length × width combinations all equal (or sit very close to) 5,445 sq ft:
| Dimensions (ft) | Area | Shape note |
|---|---|---|
| 55 × 99 | 5,445 sq ft | Exact 1 kanal; a classic rectangle |
| 45 × 121 | 5,445 sq ft | Exact 1 kanal; long, narrow plot |
| 60 × 90.75 | 5,445 sq ft | Exact 1 kanal; close to a 2:3 ratio |
| 65 × 83.77 | 5,445 sq ft | Exact 1 kanal; near-square |
| 70 × 77.79 | 5,445 sq ft | Exact 1 kanal; near-square |
| 73.8 × 73.8 | 5,445 sq ft | Perfect square 1 kanal |
In practice you will also see dealers market 60 × 90 ft (5,400 sq ft) as "1 kanal" — that is 45 sq ft short of a true revenue kanal but close enough that it is routinely accepted in negotiation. Always do your own multiplication before signing.
Common 1 kanal plot dimensions (DHA / Bahria standard — 4,500 sq ft)
DHA, Bahria Town and many private housing societies use the 225 sq ft marla, so their 1 kanal is 4,500 sq ft. The most common real-world dimensions:
| Dimensions (ft) | Area | Shape note |
|---|---|---|
| 50 × 90 | 4,500 sq ft | The standard DHA/Bahria 1 kanal plot |
| 45 × 100 | 4,500 sq ft | Exact 1 kanal; slightly longer front |
| 60 × 75 | 4,500 sq ft | Exact 1 kanal; wider, shallower |
| 67.1 × 67.1 | 4,500 sq ft | Perfect square 1 kanal |
If someone shows you a 50 × 90 ft plot in DHA Lahore and calls it 1 kanal, they are exactly right — 50 × 90 = 4,500 sq ft = 20 × 225. But the same 50 × 90 ft plot measured by a patwari under the revenue standard is only 16.5 marla (4,500 ÷ 272.25). This single mismatch is behind most kanal-size disputes in Pakistan.
Square yards and other units
Dealers often quote kanal plots in square yards (gaz). The conversion is simple: divide square feet by 9.
| Unit | Revenue standard | DHA / Bahria standard |
|---|---|---|
| Marla size | 272.25 sq ft | 225 sq ft |
| 1 kanal | 5,445 sq ft | 4,500 sq ft |
| Square yards (gaz) | 605 sq yd | 500 sq yd |
| Marla count | 20 marla | 20 marla |
See the full unit ladder — marla to kanal to acre to murabba — in our guide on how many marla are in 1 kanal, or work any conversion yourself with the marla converter.
Quick reference: ½ kanal and 2 kanal dimensions
The same logic scales. A half kanal is 10 marla and 2 kanal is 40 marla:
| Plot size | Revenue standard | DHA / Bahria standard | Common dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|
| ½ kanal | 2,722.5 sq ft | 2,250 sq ft | 45 × 50 ft (DHA standard) |
| 1 kanal | 5,445 sq ft | 4,500 sq ft | 50 × 90 ft (DHA) / 55 × 99 ft (revenue) |
| 2 kanal | 10,890 sq ft | 9,000 sq ft | 90 × 100 ft (DHA standard) |
Most half-kanal plots in DHA-style societies are 45 × 50 ft (2,250 sq ft), and most 2 kanal plots are 90 × 100 ft (9,000 sq ft) — both follow the 225 sq ft marla. In revenue-record areas, expect roughly 2,722 sq ft and 10,890 sq ft respectively, with dimensions to match.
How to verify your plot before buying
Do this before you pay a token amount, every time:
- Get dimensions in feet — from the registry (fard), the society's allotment letter, or a physical measurement. Never rely on "1 kanal" alone.
- Multiply length × width yourself. Compare with the right total: 5,445 sq ft (revenue) or 4,500 sq ft (DHA/Bahria).
- Confirm the standard in writing — ask the society or dealer which marla standard applies and keep the answer on record.
- Check the registry — in revenue-record areas, the fard lists the area in kanal–marla; make sure it matches the physical dimensions.
Key takeaways
- 1 kanal = 5,445 sq ft (revenue standard) or 4,500 sq ft (DHA/Bahria standard) — know which one applies to your plot.
- 50 × 90 ft is the classic DHA/Bahria 1 kanal; 55 × 99 ft is an exact revenue-standard 1 kanal.
- A square 1 kanal is about 73.8 × 73.8 ft (revenue) or 67.1 × 67.1 ft (DHA/Bahria).
- Always multiply length × width yourself and compare with the correct total before buying.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a 1 kanal plot in feet?
It depends on the standard your society uses. Under the revenue standard (272.25 sq ft per marla), 1 kanal is 5,445 sq ft — for example 55 × 99 ft. In DHA/Bahria Town (225 sq ft per marla), 1 kanal is 4,500 sq ft — most commonly a 50 × 90 ft plot.
Why do dealers quote different sizes for a 1 kanal plot?
Because Pakistan uses two marla standards: revenue records use 272.25 sq ft per marla (1 kanal = 5,445 sq ft), while DHA, Bahria Town and many private societies use 225 sq ft per marla (1 kanal = 4,500 sq ft). A 1 kanal plot is about 21% larger under the revenue standard.
Is a 50 × 90 ft plot really 1 kanal?
Under the 225 sq ft marla standard used by DHA, Bahria Town and many housing societies, yes: 50 × 90 ft = 4,500 sq ft = exactly 1 kanal. Under the revenue standard (272.25 sq ft per marla), 50 × 90 ft is only 16.5 marla.
How many square yards is a 1 kanal plot?
A revenue-standard 1 kanal (5,445 sq ft) is 605 square yards (gaz). A DHA/Bahria-standard 1 kanal (4,500 sq ft) is 500 square yards. Divide square feet by 9 to convert.
How do I verify my plot is truly 1 kanal before buying?
Ask for the plot's dimensions in feet from the registry (fard) or society allotment letter, multiply length × width, and compare with the correct total: 5,445 sq ft (revenue standard) or 4,500 sq ft (DHA/Bahria 225 marla standard). Confirm in writing which standard the society uses.