Ares to Cent Calculator
Convert between ares (metric are) and cent, a unit widely used for land in South India. Handy when you compare plot sizes across listings.
Ares (ares)
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2.4713 cent
1 are ≈ 2.47 cent (standard approximation).
Formula: Cent = Ares × 2.47128
*This tool is for informational purposes only. Verify measurements with official records for legal transactions.
Understanding these units
Ares
An are (symbol a) is 100 square metres. It appears in older metric land records and is still used in some documents alongside square metres and local units.
Cent
A cent is one hundredth of an acre in common Indian usage (about 435.56 sq.ft.). It is frequently used for small plots in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh.
Common questions
Using a common conversion baseline, one are is about 2.47 cent. Multiply your ares value by 2.47128 for a finer estimate.
Multiply the area in ares by 2.47128 to get cent. For example, 10 ares ≈ 24.71 cent.
No. One are equals 100 square metres.
India uses a mix of metric units, imperial-style square feet, and regional units (cent, guntha, bigha, etc.). Always confirm with local survey records for transactions.
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