Blog and guide on area units

The decimal is a traditional South Asian land measure equal to 1/100 of an acre (≈ 0.01 acre).

The Imperial System has been used in the USA since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. This means that all the machinery in manufacturing plants has been developed to measure in imperial units.

Five French scientists invented the metric system. At the time, it was called the ‘decimal metric system’ and became the first iteration of the metric system we know today.

In the study of land measurement, various traditional units have been employed across different regions of the world.

A dismil is a traditional unit of land measurement commonly used in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. It is equivalent to 435.6 square feet or 40.47 square meters.

Satak is a traditional unit of land measurement commonly used in parts of India and Bangladesh, especially in West Bengal, Assam and Tripura. It is primarily used for measuring small plots of land, particularly in rural and agricultural areas.

Have you ever come across the term "Ankanam" and wondered what it means? You're not alone! Ankanam is a unique unit of measurement that has been used for centuries, especially in parts of South India like Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka.

Welcome to a journey through the fascinating history of British Imperial Units, a system that has shaped the way measurements are understood and applied in the United Kingdom and beyond.

Exploring the traditional area units of Japan offers a fascinating glimpse into the country's rich cultural tapestry.

Have you ever wondered how much paint you'll need to cover a wall or how many tiles are required for your new kitchen floor?

Have you ever wondered how much paint you'll need to cover a wall or how many tiles are required for your new kitchen floor?

Have you ever found yourself puzzled by the various land measurement units used in India?

Have you ever wondered how we measure the surface of different shapes and spaces?