Convert Square Thou to Marlas
Convert Square Thou (thou²) to Marlas (marla) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
marla = thou² × 2.550760127e-11
About Square Thou
A square thou (thou²), sometimes called a square mil, is the area of a square with sides of one thousandth of an inch (0.0254 mm), equal to approximately 6.452 × 10⁻¹⁰ m². This tiny imperial unit is indispensable in precision engineering, PCB (printed circuit board) design, and manufacturing, where conductor widths, dielectric coating thicknesses, and tight machining tolerances are specified in thou. Wire insulation, thin films, and precision-stamped metal components are commonly described using this unit.
About Marlas
A marla is a traditional unit of land area used in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, equal to 30.25 square yards (approximately 25.29 m²) - effectively the same as one square rod. In Pakistan's land registry system, 20 marlas equal one kanal and 8 kanals equal one acre. Despite metrification, marla remains the dominant unit for measuring residential plots and urban land in Pakistan. Property listings in Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad routinely quote plot sizes in marlas, making it essential knowledge for anyone dealing with South Asian real estate.
Quick Reference Table
| Square Thou (thou²) | Marlas (marla) |
|---|---|
| 1 thou² | 2.551 × 10-11 marla |
| 2 thou² | 5.102 × 10-11 marla |
| 5 thou² | 1.275 × 10-10 marla |
| 10 thou² | 2.551 × 10-10 marla |
| 25 thou² | 6.377 × 10-10 marla |
| 50 thou² | 1.275 × 10-9 marla |
| 100 thou² | 2.551 × 10-9 marla |