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Convert between Perch, Acre, and Square Meters for Sri Lankan land measurements.
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Sri Lanka Land Measurement Units
- 1 Perch = 25.29 m² = 272.25 sqft = 1/160 Acre
- 1 Acre = 160 Perches = 4,046.86 m² = 43,560 sqft
- 1 Rood = 40 Perches = 1,011.71 m² (historic, rarely used)
- 1 Hectare = 395.37 Perches = 2.47 Acres = 10,000 m²
Understanding Sri Lankan Land Measurements
Perch is the primary land measurement unit used in Sri Lanka for real estate transactions, inherited from the British colonial period.
Historical Context:
- British Empire: Imperial units became official during colonial rule
- 1970s: Sri Lanka officially adopted the metric system
- Current Practice: Despite metrication, Perch remains the de facto standard in real estate
What is a Perch?
A square perch (often shortened to just "perch") equals 25.29 square meters. The name comes from the surveyor's rod or pole called a "perch" that measured 5½ yards (16½ feet). A "perfect acre" was defined as 40 perches × 4 perches = 160 perches.
FAQs
How many square meters in 1 Perch?
1 Perch = 25.29 square meters (25.29285264 m² exactly) = 272.25 square feet in Sri Lanka.
Why does Sri Lanka use Perch instead of square meters?
Despite official metrication in the 1970s, Perch remains deeply embedded in Sri Lankan real estate culture from the British colonial era.
How many Perches in 1 Acre?
1 Acre = 160 Perches (exactly). This relationship comes from the surveyor's definition of a "perfect acre" as 40 × 4 perches.
What is a typical house plot size in Perches?
Small plot: 5-10 Perches. Standard suburban: 10-20 Perches. Large property: 30-40 Perches. Colombo premium: Often less than 10 Perches.