Dimensions & Planning • 4 min read
5 Marla vs 10 Marla vs 1 Kanal: Lahore Plot Dimensions & Covered Area Explained
Land measurement standards in Lahore societies • Updated for 2026
One of the most frequent points of confusion for property buyers in Lahore is how a "Marla" is measured. Depending on the authority (LDA vs Board of Revenue vs private developers), the square footage of a Marla varies.
1. The 225 Sq Ft vs 272 Sq Ft Standard in Lahore
- LDA & Modern Societies (225 sq ft Marla): Lahore Development Authority (LDA), DHA Lahore, Bahria Town, Lake City, and Wapda Town universally define 1 Marla as 225 square feet (25 square yards). Under this standard, 1 Kanal = 20 Marlas = 4,500 square feet.
- Traditional Revenue Records (272.25 sq ft Marla): Rural land records and older Patwari documentation use the British Karam standard where 1 Marla equals 272.25 square feet (1 Kanal = 5,445 sq ft).
2. Standard Plot Dimensions in Lahore Societies
| Plot Category | Standard Dimensions | Total Area | Typical Layout |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Marla | 25 ft × 45 ft | 1,125 sq ft | 3 to 4 Bedrooms, 1 Car Porch |
| 10 Marla | 35 ft × 65 ft | 2,275 sq ft | 4 to 5 Bedrooms, 2 Car Porches |
| 1 Kanal | 50 ft × 90 ft | 4,500 sq ft | 5 to 6 Bedrooms, Lawn, 3+ Cars |
| 2 Kanal | 75 ft × 120 ft | 9,000 sq ft | Luxury Designer Villa, Large Garden |
3. Society Setback Bylaws
In societies like DHA and Bahria Town, mandatory open spaces (setbacks) must be left during construction:
- 5 Marla: 5 ft front setback.
- 10 Marla: 8 ft front setback and 4 ft rear setback.
- 1 Kanal: 10 ft front setback, 5 ft rear setback, and 5 ft side open spaces.
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