Measuring Land and Properties
Residential Property:
- Area is typically measured in Square Feet (sq ft).
- Derived from layout plans or sale deeds for resale properties.
Agricultural Land:
- Measured in Acres or Hectares.
Calculation:
- Multiply length × width of the land to calculate the area.
Measuring Built-Up Spaces
- Plots: Measured using regional or standard land measurement units.
- Apartments/Flats: Measured using:
- Super Area: Total area including shared/common spaces like stairs, lifts, lobbies, etc.
- Formula: Super Built-Up Area = Built-Up Area + Common Areas
- Built-Up Area: Includes carpet area, wall thickness, balconies, ducts, etc.
- Typically 10% more than the carpet area.
- Formula: Built-Up Area = Carpet Area + Wall Thickness + Balcony Area
- Carpet Area: Usable area inside the walls of the property (excludes common areas).
- Formula: Carpet Area = Bedroom + Living Room + Toilets + Balcony - Wall Thickness
Using Area Conversion Tools
FAQs on Land Measurements
Q: What are the standard land measurements in India?
A: Common units include Square Feet, Square Yard, Square Meter, Acre, and Hectare.
Q: What are the popular regional land measurement units?
A: Units like Bigha, Biswa, Kattha, Guntha, Ankanam, Killa, and others vary across India.
Q: Is an acre of land on hilly terrain different from flat land?
A: No, the area of an acre remains the same (43,560 sq ft). However, the surface area on hilly terrain may be more, offering better cultivation prospects.
Understanding these distinctions and measurement units ensures accurate property evaluation and fair dealings.
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