Convert square mile to square chain
Please provide values below to convert square mile [mi^2] to square chain [ch^2], or Convert square chain to square mile.
1 mi^2 = 6400 ch^2. To convert square mile to square chain, multiply the value by 6400; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ch^2 = 0.00015625 mi^2). Both units measure area and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 mi^2 = 6400 ch^2
- 1 ch^2 = 0.00015625 mi^2
- 10 mi^2 = 64000 ch^2
- 100 mi^2 = 640000 ch^2
How to Convert Square Mile to Square Chain
1 mi^2 = 6400 ch^2
Example: convert 15 mi^2 to ch^2:
15 mi^2 = 15 × 6400 ch^2 = 96000 ch^2
Square Mile to Square Chain Conversion Table
| square mile | square chain |
|---|---|
| 1 mi^2 | 6400 ch^2 |
| 2 mi^2 | 12800 ch^2 |
| 3 mi^2 | 19200 ch^2 |
| 5 mi^2 | 32000 ch^2 |
| 10 mi^2 | 64000 ch^2 |
| 20 mi^2 | 128000 ch^2 |
| 50 mi^2 | 320000 ch^2 |
| 100 mi^2 | 640000 ch^2 |
| 500 mi^2 | 3200000 ch^2 |
| 1000 mi^2 | 6400000 ch^2 |
Square Mile
A square mile is a unit of area measurement equal to the area of a square with sides of one mile each.
History/Origin
The square mile has been used historically in the United States and the United Kingdom for land measurement, especially in surveying and real estate, originating from the imperial system of units.
Current Use
Today, the square mile is primarily used in the United States and the UK for measuring land areas, such as in real estate, geography, and environmental studies, within the context of the 'Area' converter in 'Common Converters'.
Square Chain
A square chain (ch^2) is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one chain (66 feet) each, equivalent to 4356 square feet.
History/Origin
The square chain originated in land measurement practices in England, particularly used in surveying and land division during the 19th century, especially in the context of the Imperial system.
Current Use
Today, the square chain is largely obsolete and rarely used outside historical or land survey contexts; modern measurements typically employ acres or square meters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 square mile in square chain?
1 square mile (mi^2) = 6400 square chain (ch^2).
How do you convert square mile to square chain?
Multiply the square mile value by 6400. For example, 25 mi^2 × 6400 = 160000 ch^2.
What is 10 square mile in square chain?
10 mi^2 = 64000 ch^2.
Which unit is larger, the square mile or the square chain?
The square mile is the larger unit: 1 mi^2 = 6400 ch^2.