How to convert decimals to square feet
To convert decimals to square feet, multiply the value by the conversion factor 435.6. To go the other way, multiply by 0.0022956841 (or divide by 435.6).
Worked example: 5 dec to ft²
- Write the value: 5 dec
- Multiply by 435.6: 5 × 435.6
- Result: 2,178 ft²
Decimal (Shotok) to Square Foot conversion table
Quick reference values, rounded to 6 significant digits.
| Decimal (Shotok) (dec) | Square Foot (ft²) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 dec | 43.56 ft² |
| 0.25 dec | 108.9 ft² |
| 0.5 dec | 217.8 ft² |
| 1 dec | 435.6 ft² |
| 2 dec | 871.2 ft² |
| 3 dec | 1,306.8 ft² |
| 4 dec | 1,742.4 ft² |
| 5 dec | 2,178 ft² |
| 6 dec | 2,613.6 ft² |
| 7 dec | 3,049.2 ft² |
| 8 dec | 3,484.8 ft² |
| 9 dec | 3,920.4 ft² |
| 10 dec | 4,356 ft² |
| 12 dec | 5,227.2 ft² |
| 15 dec | 6,534 ft² |
| 20 dec | 8,712 ft² |
| 25 dec | 10,890 ft² |
| 30 dec | 13,068 ft² |
| 40 dec | 17,424 ft² |
| 50 dec | 21,780 ft² |
| 75 dec | 32,670 ft² |
| 100 dec | 43,560 ft² |
| 250 dec | 108,900 ft² |
| 500 dec | 217,800 ft² |
| 1,000 dec | 435,600 ft² |
Square Foot to Decimal (Shotok)
| ft² | dec |
|---|---|
| 1 ft² | 0.00229568 dec |
| 5 ft² | 0.0114784 dec |
| 10 ft² | 0.0229568 dec |
| 50 ft² | 0.114784 dec |
| 100 ft² | 0.229568 dec |
1 Decimal (Shotok) in other area & land units
About Decimal (Shotok) and Square Foot
What is a decimal (shotok) (dec)?
A decimal, called shotok (শতক/শতাংশ) in Bangla, is 1/100 of an acre, or 435.6 square feet. It is the most common unit in Bangladeshi land deeds.
What is a square foot (ft²)?
A square foot is the area of a square with 1-foot sides. Flats and apartments in Dhaka are priced per square foot.
Important for land buyers: traditional units like katha and bigha differ between districts. This converter uses the standard values used in Dhaka and most official calculations: 1 katha = 720 sq ft, 1 bigha = 20 katha = 14,400 sq ft, 1 decimal (shotok) = 435.6 sq ft, 1 acre = 100 decimal. Always confirm the local value written in your deed (দলিল) or with the land office (AC Land).
Where decimal (shotok) to square foot conversion is used
Area & land conversions are needed for buying and selling land, flats, deed (dolil) records, construction planning and farming. Converting between decimals and square feet is especially common when you compare products, read foreign specifications, or fill in forms that expect a specific unit.
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Frequently asked questions
How many square feet are in 1 decimal (shotok)?
1 Decimal (Shotok) equals 435.6 ft².
How do I convert decimals to square feet?
Multiply the number of decimals by 435.6. For example, 5 dec × 435.6 = 2,178 ft².
What is 5 dec in ft²?
5 dec = 2,178 ft².
How many decimals are in 1 square foot?
1 Square Foot equals 0.00229568 dec. Use the Square Feet to Decimal converter for the reverse direction.
Is this Decimal (Shotok) to Square Foot converter accurate?
Yes. It uses exact internationally defined conversion factors and the standard Bangladeshi values for traditional units, calculated with full floating-point precision. Results are displayed rounded for readability.