Gaj to Square Yard Converter
Convert between square gaj and square yards. Traditional Indian subcontinent area measurement made easy.
Area Converter
Common Gaj to Square Yard Conversions
| Square Gaj | Square Yards | Square Feet | Usage Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 9 | Basic unit |
| 10 | 10 | 90 | Small plot |
| 100 | 100 | 900 | Medium plot |
| 150 | 150 | 1,350 | Residential plot |
| 200 | 200 | 1,800 | Large residential |
| 333.33 | 333.33 | 3,000 | Commercial space |
| 500 | 500 | 4,500 | Large property |
| 1000 | 1000 | 9,000 | Estate/farm |
Area Unit Relationships
| Unit | Equals |
|---|---|
| 1 Square Gaj | 1 Square Yard |
| 1 Square Gaj | 9 Square Feet |
| 1 Square Gaj | 0.836 Square Meters |
| 1 Square Meter | 1.196 Square Gaj |
| 1 Square Foot | 0.111 Square Gaj |
Quick Reference
Square Gaj
1 gaj² = 1 yd²
Traditional Indian unit
Square Yard
1 yd² = 1 gaj²
Imperial/US unit
About Gaj
Also known as "guz" or "Mughal yard"
Introduced by Mughal emperors in 17th century
Commonly used in Indian subcontinent
Made equivalent to 1 Imperial yard
Usage Tips
Perfect 1:1 conversion ratio
Common for property measurements in India
1 gaj² = 9 square feet
Traditional sari length: minimum 7 gaj
Understanding Gaj to Square Yard Conversions
What is a Gaj?
A gaj (also known as guz or Mughal yard) is a traditional unit of length used in the Indian subcontinent. It was introduced by the Mughal emperors in the 17th century and was later standardized to equal exactly 1 Imperial yard.
Square Gaj as Area Unit
When used as an area measurement, square gaj (gaj²) represents the area of a square with sides of 1 gaj each. Since 1 gaj equals 1 yard, 1 square gaj equals exactly 1 square yard.
Conversion Examples
150 gaj² = 150 yd²
Residential plot size
3000 sq ft ÷ 9 = 333.33 gaj²
Converting from square feet
1000 m² × 1.196 = 1196 gaj²
Converting from square meters
Practical Applications
Real Estate
Property measurements and land transactions in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh
Textile Industry
Traditional cloth measurements, especially for saris (minimum 7 gaj length)
Architecture
Building plans and construction measurements in traditional contexts
Key Conversion Facts
• 1 square gaj = 1 square yard (exact)
• 1 square gaj = 9 square feet
• 1 square gaj ≈ 0.836 square meters
• 1 square meter ≈ 1.196 square gaj