Length Converter
Convert lengths between metric (mm, cm, m, km), imperial (inch, foot, yard, mile), and Indian units (gaj, hath, angul).
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Formula
How Length Conversion Works
All units are converted through a common base unit — the metre. The input value is first converted to metres using its factor, then converted from metres to the target unit. Formula: result = value × (fromFactor / toFactor).
Indian Length Units
India has a rich tradition of measurement units still used in daily life, especially in real estate and textiles:
- Gaj (गज): Equal to 1 yard (0.9144 m). Widely used in North Indian property dealings — plot sizes are often quoted in square gaj.
- Hath (हाथ): The cubit, roughly 18 inches (0.4572 m). Used in traditional cloth measurement. "Do hath kapda" literally means 2 cubits of fabric.
- Angul (अंगुल): A finger width, approximately 0.75 inches (0.01905 m). An ancient Vedic unit still referenced in architecture and Vastu Shastra.
Common Conversions
| From | To | Factor |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Kilometre | Miles | 0.621371 |
| 1 Metre | Feet | 3.28084 |
| 1 Foot | Centimetres | 30.48 |
| 1 Inch | Centimetres | 2.54 |
| 1 Gaj | Feet | 3 |
| 1 Hath | Inches | 18 |
| 1 Mile | Kilometres | 1.60934 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many feet in a gaj?
1 gaj (yard) = 3 feet = 0.9144 metres. Gaj is commonly used in North Indian real estate.
Is this calculator free, and do I need to sign up?
Yes, it is completely free with no sign-up. There are no usage limits and no paywalls.
Are my inputs saved or sent to any server?
No. Every calculation happens entirely in your browser. Nothing you type is uploaded, logged, or shared with us or any third party.