Ha to m2 Conversion Calculator
Click on the following link if you want to convert square meters (m2) to hectares (ha)
History
The hectare (ha) is a unit of area that belongs to the metric system and is commonly used for measuring land. It was introduced in the late 18th century in France when the metric system was first established.
The term comes from the Greek word hekaton, meaning “hundred,” and the metric unit are, which equals 100 square meters. Therefore, one hectare equals 100 ares, or 10,000 square meters.
The square meter (m²), on the other hand, is the base unit of area in the International System of Units (SI). It’s used to measure any surface area, whether it’s a field, a house, or a plot of land.
Common Usage
- Hectares are used for large land areas, such as farms, forests, parks, or construction sites.
- Square meters are used for smaller areas, such as gardens, apartments, rooms, or building plots.
For example, a farm of 5 hectares equals 50,000 square meters, while an apartment of 80 m² is a tiny fraction of that area.
Hectares to Square Meters Conversion
Converting hectares to square meters is very simple because both are metric units.
1 hectare (ha) = 10,000 square meters (m²)
Example:
Convert 2.5 hectares to square meters.
2.5 ha × 10,000 = 25,000 m²
So, a land plot of 2.5 hectares covers 25,000 square meters.
Conversion Table
| Hectares (ha) | Square Meters (m²) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ha | 1,000 m² |
| 0.25 ha | 2,500 m² |
| 0.5 ha | 5,000 m² |
| 1 ha | 10,000 m² |
| 2 ha | 20,000 m² |
| 5 ha | 50,000 m² |
| 10 ha | 100,000 m² |
| 20 ha | 200,000 m² |
| 50 ha | 500,000 m² |
| 100 ha | 1,000,000 m² |
Fun Facts
- One hectare is about the size of two football fields placed side by side.
- France was the first country to officially use hectares during the metric reform in the late 1700s.
- A square kilometer (km²) equals 100 hectares, showing how neatly these metric units connect.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many square meters are in one hectare?
Exactly 10,000 m².
2. Is hectare an SI unit?
Not officially. The hectare is accepted for use within the metric system but is not a base SI unit. The square meter (m²) is.
3. How do I convert square meters to hectares?
Divide the number of square meters by 10,000.
Example: 50,000 m² ÷ 10,000 = 5 ha.
4. What’s larger, 1 hectare or 1 acre?
A hectare is larger. One hectare equals about 2.47 acres.
5. Where are hectares most commonly used?
In most countries worldwide for land measurement, especially in farming, forestry, and real estate.
