An acre is a unit of land measurement commonly used across India, particularly in rural and agricultural contexts. One acre is equivalent to 43,560 square feet. Historically, the acre's origins are linked to the amount of land a yoke of oxen could plough in a day. In India, the usage of acres is prevalent for agricultural land, large plots for development, and rural property transactions.
While not as common in dense urban areas, acres still appear in land records and large-scale project planning. You'll likely encounter acres in states like Maharashtra, Punjab, and Haryana where agriculture is a significant part of the economy. Understanding acres is vital for land acquisition and rural property assessment.
Where it is Used?
- Agricultural land measurement
- Rural property transactions
- Land records
- Large-scale development projects
Quick equivalence: 1 ac = 43560.0 ft²
A square foot is a unit of area equal to a square measuring one foot on each side. It's a widely used unit in India, especially in urban real estate for measuring the size of apartments, houses, and commercial spaces. The concept of square feet originated from the need for a standard unit to measure indoor spaces and smaller land parcels.
In India, square feet is the standard unit for quoting prices of residential and commercial properties. Builders, brokers, and property owners commonly use square feet to describe the carpet area, built-up area, and super built-up area of properties. Its usage is pan-Indian, but particularly dominant in metropolitan cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, and Chennai where apartment living is prevalent.
Where it is Used?
- Residential property measurement
- Commercial property valuation
- Construction and interior design
- Real estate pricing
Quick equivalence: 1 ft² = 2.3e-05 ac
