Hectares to Square Kilometers

Hectare

A hectare (ha) is a land measurement unit commonly used in agriculture and real estate in metric-based countries. One hectare equals 10,000 square meters — a square that measures 100 meters on each side. Its scale makes land sizes easier to visualize than large numbers of square meters.

The hectare bridges the gap between household and geographic areas, making it effective for farms, parks, and large property developments.

Square Kilometer

A square kilometer (km²) is a large metric unit used to measure wide geographic areas. One km² equals one million square meters, making it perfect for cities, forests, lakes, and regions. It is widely used in maps, environmental studies, and land-use planning.

This scale helps governments, scientists, and researchers describe the size of natural and urban spaces with clarity. Converting km² into acres or square miles provides helpful context across measurement systems.