Convert hectare to square yard
Please provide values below to convert hectare [ha] to square yard [yd^2], or Convert square yard to hectare.
How to Convert Hectare to Square Yard
1 ha = 11959.9004630108 yd^2
Example: convert 15 ha to yd^2:
15 ha = 15 × 11959.9004630108 yd^2 = 179398.506945162 yd^2
Hectare to Square Yard Conversion Table
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Hectare
A hectare is a metric unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters, commonly used to measure land.
History/Origin
The hectare was introduced in the metric system in the 19th century to provide a practical unit for land measurement, especially in agriculture and forestry.
Current Use
Hectares are widely used worldwide for measuring large land areas, such as farms, forests, and parks, particularly in countries using the metric system.
Square Yard
A square yard is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides of one yard in length.
History/Origin
The square yard has been used historically in the measurement of land and textiles, originating from the yard measurement system used in the UK and other countries that adopted the imperial system.
Current Use
Today, the square yard is commonly used in real estate, carpeting, and fabric industries, especially in the United States and the UK, for measuring areas of land, floors, and textiles.