Convert hectare to square kilometer
Please provide values below to convert hectare [ha] to square kilometer [km^2], or Convert square kilometer to hectare.
1 ha = 0.01 km^2. To convert hectare to square kilometer, multiply the value by 0.01; to go the other way, divide by it (1 km^2 = 100 ha). Both units measure area and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ha = 0.01 km^2
- 1 km^2 = 100 ha
- 10 ha = 0.1 km^2
- 100 ha = 1 km^2
How to Convert Hectare to Square Kilometer
1 ha = 0.01 km^2
Example: convert 15 ha to km^2:
15 ha = 15 × 0.01 km^2 = 0.15 km^2
Hectare to Square Kilometer Conversion Table
| hectare | square kilometer |
|---|---|
| 1 ha | 0.01 km^2 |
| 2 ha | 0.02 km^2 |
| 3 ha | 0.03 km^2 |
| 5 ha | 0.05 km^2 |
| 10 ha | 0.1 km^2 |
| 20 ha | 0.2 km^2 |
| 50 ha | 0.5 km^2 |
| 100 ha | 1 km^2 |
| 500 ha | 5 km^2 |
| 1000 ha | 10 km^2 |
Hectare
A hectare is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters, commonly used to measure land.
History/Origin
The hectare was introduced in the metric system in the 19th century to provide a practical unit for land measurement, especially in agriculture and forestry.
Current Use
Hectares are widely used worldwide for measuring large land areas, such as farms, forests, and parks, particularly in countries using the metric system.
Square Kilometer
A square kilometer is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one kilometer each.
History/Origin
The square kilometer has been used as a standard unit of area measurement in the metric system since its adoption, primarily for measuring large land areas such as countries and regions.
Current Use
It is commonly used in geography, urban planning, and environmental studies to quantify land and area sizes, especially in contexts requiring large-scale measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 hectare in square kilometer?
1 hectare (ha) = 0.01 square kilometer (km^2).
How do you convert hectare to square kilometer?
Multiply the hectare value by 0.01. For example, 25 ha × 0.01 = 0.25 km^2.
What is 10 hectare in square kilometer?
10 ha = 0.1 km^2.
Which unit is larger, the hectare or the square kilometer?
The square kilometer is the larger unit: 1 ha equals only 0.01 km^2.