Convert Ankanam to Dismil

Ankanam is a local measuring unit similar to an acre. It is also known as Ankadam. This unit is defined as the space between any two beams or pillars in a wall, supporting the roof. It is prominently used in several regions, including Bangalore, Tirupati, Anekal, and Nellore in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. The size of 1 Ankanam varies in different locations. For example, in Nellore, 1 Ankanam is considered 72 square feet, while Tirupati measures 36 square feet. Ankanam is related to the words anga and adugu in Dravidian languages (meaning foot). There is a reference to Hindu temple architecture Ankana is defined as the distance between pillar and pillar on one hand, and between one pillar and another (wall) on the other. Hence it has no definitive measurement.

Conversion of an Ankanam into other units

Converting ankanam into any other measuring unit is easy and requires simple mathematical calculations. As ankanam is a regional unit of India, it can be converted into sq. ft., cent, bigha, katha, murabba, biswa, guntha, and gajam. The calculation process can be done easily using the housing.com calculator.