Hectares (ha) to Square meters (m²) Conversion
Hectares
The hectare is a unit of area equal to exactly 10,000 square metres (100 m × 100 m), the standard unit for measuring agricultural land, forest area, and nature reserves internationally. The word derives from the Greek hekaton (hundred) and the French are (100 m²). One hectare is approximately 2.471 acres, and global food production statistics and deforestation rates are almost universally expressed in hectares.
Square meters
The square metre is the SI derived unit of area, defined as the area of a square whose sides each measure exactly one metre. It is the standard unit for floor areas in architecture and real estate, land parcels in urban planning, and cross-sectional areas in engineering. The surface area of a tennis court is approximately 260 m², a standard football pitch about 7,140 m², and a hectare equals exactly 10,000 m².
| Hectares (ha) | Square meters (m²) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ha | 1,000.00 m² |
| 1 ha | 10,000.00 m² |
| 2 ha | 20,000.00 m² |
| 3 ha | 30,000.00 m² |
| 5 ha | 50,000.00 m² |
| 10 ha | 100,000.00 m² |
| 20 ha | 200,000.00 m² |
| 30 ha | 300,000.00 m² |
| 50 ha | 500,000.00 m² |
| 100 ha | 1,000,000.00 m² |
| 1000 ha | 10,000,000.00 m² |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many square meters are in 1 hectares?
1 hectares (ha) is exactly 10,000 square meters (m²).
How do I convert hectares to square meters?
Multiply the value in hectares by 10,000 to get the result in square meters. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.