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The inch (in) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to one-twelfth (1/12) of a foot. While inches hold some historical significance in India, their use in real estate is minimal.
History: The concept of the inch likely originated from the width of a human thumb or barleycorn. The British Raj introduced the standardized imperial inch to India.
Current Uses: The metric system reigns supreme in modern India. Square meters (sq m) and hectares (ha) are the standard units for land area in real estate listings, land records, and official documents. However, inches might still be encountered in a couple of situations:
Calculation and Conversion: There are 12 inches in one foot. To calculate area in square inches, multiply the length (in) by the width (in) of the land. Converting square inches to square feet involves dividing by 144 (1 square foot = 144 square inches). For example, a rectangular plot measuring 24 inches long by 12 inches wide would encompass an area of 288 square inches (24 in x 12 in). Converting this to square feet yields 2 square feet (288 sq in / 144 sq in/sq ft).
Impact on Indian Real Estate Market: The impact of inches on the formal Indian real estate market is minimal. Square meters and hectares are the preferred units for clear communication and consistency. However, understanding inches can be useful when dealing with older documents or rare informal transactions.
Inches hold some historical significance, but for clear and accurate communication in the modern Indian real estate sector, square meters and hectares are the standard units.