Square Feet to Square Yards Conversion
Converting square feet to square yards is essential for flooring, carpeting, and construction material calculations. In India, square yards are commonly used for property sizes, while in the US and UK, both measurements are used for different purposes.
Common Examples
2BHK apartment (India)
3BHK apartment
Large house
Conversion Table
| Square Feet | Square Yards | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 11.11 | Small room |
| 300 | 33.33 | Bedroom |
| 900 | 100 | 2BHK flat |
| 1,800 | 200 | 3BHK flat |
| 2,700 | 300 | Villa |
FAQs
How many square feet in a square yard?
1 square yard = 9 square feet. This comes from 1 yard = 3 feet, so 3 × 3 = 9 square feet.
How to convert sqft to sqyd?
Divide square feet by 9. Formula: sqyd = sqft ÷ 9. Example: 900 sqft = 900 ÷ 9 = 100 sqyd.
Why are square yards used in India?
In Indian real estate, square yards (gaj) are traditional units, especially in North India. Property sizes like "100 gaj" or "200 gaj" are common, making this conversion essential for buyers and builders.
How to calculate carpet area in sqyd?
Measure the usable floor area in sqft, then divide by 9. For a 1,200 sqft apartment with 900 sqft carpet area, that's 900 ÷ 9 = 100 square yards of carpet area.
What is 1000 sqft in gaj?
1,000 sqft = 111.11 square yards (gaj). In India, this is commonly rounded to "111 gaj".