Convert Square Yards to Kanal

How to Convert from Square Yard to Kanal

You can readily convert from square yard to Kanal by following a really simple method. You only have to multiply the figure in square yard by 0.001652892723 to arrive at the final figure in Kanal. This is all you need to do for successfully completing the conversion procedure. The entire process is quite simple and hassle-free to say the least.

Formula for Converting Square Yard to Kanal

There is a really simplified formula that you can use for converting square yard to Kanal. This formula is outlined below for your perusal-

Kanal = Square Yard * 0.001652892723.

You have to keep this formula in mind while undertaking the process of conversion.

Relation between Square Yard and Kanal

The relationship between Square Yard to Kanal is not hard to figure out by all means. A square yard works out to 0.001652892723 Kanal while a Kanal also works out to 604.999941 square yards in total. You should keep this interrelationship between the two units carefully in mind while undertaking any conversion related procedures. Once you know these figures, it will not be difficult for you to undertake the conversion process.

 Square Yard to Kanal Conversion Table

What is Square Yard?

Square Yard is a major measurement unit within the aegis of the Imperial system of units. Square Yard has become immensely popular throughout almost every country that has been ruled by the British in the past. It is a major reason behind the popularity and growing usage of this measurement unit throughout key urban zones of both India and Pakistan in spite of the fact that it has largely been substituted by the square meter in several global regions and territories over the years. In fact, you will be amazed to know that several Indian State Governments use the square yard measurement unit for fixing circle rates or standard values of real estate in several areas. They are fixed on the basis of rupees per square yard. Circle rates are values fixed by the Government, below which you cannot sell any property for that matter. In the State of Haryana for instance, land rates in urban zones are fixed on the basis of rupees per square yard by the local State Government. Square Yard has been defined as the area for a square which has sides of a yard in terms of length. Square Yard is a unit for measuring area which is also used extensively throughout Canada and the United States (U.S.) along with being considerably popular in the United Kingdom (UK), which is its country of origin. Square Yard is represented through numerous symbols including sq. yd, sq yard, sq yards and sq yds to name a few. A square yard will work out to roughly 1, 296 square inches, 9 square feet, 836 127.36 square millimeters, 8 361.2736 square centimeters, 0.83612736 square meters, 0.000083612736 hectares and 0.00000083612736 square kilometers in total.

What is Kanal?

Kanal is one of the most popular local land measurement units in India. Kanal is one of the units which are used extensively throughout northern parts of the country including States such as Punjab, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh among others. Although usage of this traditional measurement unit is waning steadily owing to the emergence of commoner units of measurement like hectare and acre, Kanal is still relevant throughout several rural areas of these States where it has been used traditionally over the years. Measurements of Kanal may vary from one State to another and a Kanal in India equates to 5,400 square feet which is also accepted globally. A Kanal also works out to 1/8^th of the acre which is another measurement unit used commonly throughout the world.

Kanal is also popularly used as a land measurement unit in several northern regions of neighboring countries like Pakistan. It equate to varying sizes and measurements in different areas of Pakistan. It is 5, 400 square feet in several cities while it stands at 4, 500 square feet in major cities like Lahore. In tandem with Marla, another local measurement unit for area, Kanal, was standardized during the rule of the British. It was given a standard value of 605 square yards in total along with approximately 505.857 square meters and 1/8^th of the acre as mentioned earlier. It is also equal to 20 Marlas in all.

Current Use of Square Yard

Square Yard is used for measuring land and area throughout the world, especially in several parts of India and other countries. It is also used for measuring area of carpets and flooring.

Current Use of Kanal

Kanal is used throughout several northern Indian States and other territories for measuring land area.