Square Mil To Township Converter

(mi² to twnshp converter)

Convert Square Miles to Townships


Efficiently Convert mi² to Township with Our Reliable Tool


(Last Updated On: 2024-04-15)

Discover the ease of converting square miles to townships with Newtum's precision mi² to twnshp converter. Simplify your land measurements in a few clicks!

What are Square Mil and Township

Definition of Square Mil

A Square Mil (mi²) is a unit of area measurement equivalent to a square that is one mile on each side. It is commonly used in land measurement, particularly in real estate and mapping, and represents a significant area of land. One Square Mil is equal to 640 acres, 259 hectares, or about 2.59 square kilometers, illustrating its use in large-scale property measurement.

Definition of Township

A Township is a unit of land measurement used in the United States Public Land Survey System. It typically measures six miles on each side, resulting in an area of 36 square miles. As a standard unit for describing land in several U.S. states, townships are further divided into 36 sections, each one mile square, making it a crucial element for surveying and property delineation.

Square Mil to Township Conversion Table

Square Mil (mi²) Township (twnshp)
1 mi² 0.015625 twnshp
2 mi² 0.03125 twnshp
5 mi² 0.078125 twnshp
10 mi² 0.15625 twnshp
20 mi² 0.3125 twnshp
50 mi² 0.78125 twnshp
100 mi² 1.5625 twnshp
200 mi² 3.125 twnshp
500 mi² 7.8125 twnshp
1000 mi² 15.625 twnshp

Conversion of Square Mil to Township

Example 1:
Convert 1 mi² to township:
1 mi² = 1 × 0.015625 township = 0.015625 township

Example 2:
Convert 10 mi² to township:
10 mi² = 10 × 0.015625 township = 0.15625 township

History of Square Mil and Township

The Square Mil to Township Converter is a tool that has evolved from the need to simplify large-scale land conversions. Historically, land measurements were vital for taxation, development, and ownership purposes. With the advent of digital tools, converting from square miles to townships has become an effortless process, offering precision and convenience to users involved in land-related fields.

How to use Square Mil to Township Converter

Real Life Applications of Square Mil to Township

Unveiling the practical uses of our mi² to twnshp converter, designed to facilitate precise land measurements in real-world scenarios.

Solved Examples mi² to twnshp

Example 1: To convert 5 square miles to townships, the calculation would be 5 mi² × 0.015625 = 0.078125 townships.

Example 2: Converting 25 square miles to townships would be 25 mi² × 0.015625 = 0.390625 townships.

FAQs for Square Mil to Township Converter

How accurate is the Square Mil to Township Converter?
Our converter uses standardized conversion factors, ensuring high accuracy for all conversions.
Can I convert fractional square miles using this tool?
Yes, the converter is capable of handling both whole numbers and fractions for precise conversions.
Is there a limit to the number of conversions I can make?
No, you can perform an unlimited number of conversions using our Square Mil to Township Converter.