Convert Square Kilometer to Hectare

One km² equals 100 ha. This converter allows you to easily convert between Square Kilometer and Hectare in real time.

Formula

km² × 100 = ha

Example: 1 km² = 100 ha

What is Square Kilometer?

The square kilometer is a unit of area equal to a square with sides of one kilometer, or 1,000,000 square meters. It is the standard unit for expressing the area of countries, states, cities, and large geographical features. For example, France covers approximately 640,000 km² and Tokyo spans about 2,194 km². In geography, environmental science, and urban planning, square kilometers are used for land-use analysis, forest coverage, and natural reserve boundaries.

What is Hectare?

The hectare is a unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters, or a square 100 meters on each side. It is the most common unit for reporting agricultural land area worldwide. One hectare is roughly the size of 1.4 soccer fields or 2.47 acres. National parks, vineyards, and urban green spaces are often described in hectares. Although not an official SI unit, the hectare is accepted for use with the SI and is recognized by the International Bureau of Weights and Measures.