Chain To Hectare Converter

(ch to ha converter)

Convert Square Chain to Hectare


Effortlessly Convert Square Chains to Hectares with Precision


(Last Updated On: 2024-10-15)

Discover the ease of converting square chains to hectares using our intuitive tool. Curated by Newtum, this page provides quick and accurate conversions that cater to your land measurement needs.

What are Chain and Hectare

Definition of Chain

A chain, in land measurement terms, is a unit of length that equates to 66 feet, or 22 yards, or 100 links, or exactly 4 rods. Historically, it was used in the agricultural community for measuring plots of land. One chain square, also known as a square chain, equals 4,356 square feet or 0.1 acres.

Definition of Hectare

A hectare is a metric unit of area defined as 10,000 square meters. It's commonly used in land measurement for agriculture and forestry. One hectare represents a square with sides of 100 meters and is approximately equivalent to 2.47 acres. It is a globally recognized standard unit for planning and allocating land resources.

Chain to Hectare Conversion Table

Square Chain (ch^2) Hectare (ha)
0.1 ch^2 0.00405 ha
0.2 ch^2 0.00809 ha
0.3 ch^2 0.01214 ha
0.4 ch^2 0.01618 ha
0.5 ch^2 0.02023 ha
0.6 ch^2 0.02427 ha
0.7 ch^2 0.02832 ha
0.8 ch^2 0.03236 ha
0.9 ch^2 0.03641 ha
1 ch^2 0.04047 ha

Conversion of Chain to Hectare

1 ch^2 = 0.4047 ha
1 ha = 2.4711 ch^2

Example 1:
Convert 2 ch^2 to ha:
2 ch^2 = 2 × 0.4047 ha = 0.8094 ha

Example 2:
Convert 5 ch^2 to ha:
5 ch^2 = 5 × 0.4047 ha = 2.0235 ha

History of Chain and Hectare

A brief history of land measurement reveals the transition from local units to standardized ones like the square chain and hectare. The square chain, rooted in British imperial units, was often used for surveying land in the UK and the former empire. The hectare, part of the metric system, became widely adopted internationally due to its simplicity and ease of use in land area calculations.

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Real Life Applications of Chain to Hectare

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Solved Examples ch to ha

Example 1: To convert 3 square chains to hectares:
3 ch^2 = 3 × 0.4047 ha = 1.2141 ha

Example 2: To convert 7 square chains to hectares:
7 ch^2 = 7 × 0.4047 ha = 2.8329 ha

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the Square Chain to Hectare Converter?

The converter is highly accurate, using standard conversion values to ensure precision in the results.

Can I convert hectares back to square chains?

Yes, the tool also allows for reverse conversions from hectares to square chains.

Is this converter free to use?

Absolutely, the Square Chain to Hectare Converter is free for everyone to use.