Hectare to Square Yard Converter
Convert Hectares to Square Yards
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Hectares to Square Yards
To convert from hectares (ha) to square yards (yd²), you multiply the area in hectares by 11,959.9. For more information about hectares as a unit of measurement, visit our hectares page.
Formula
Square Yards = Hectares × 11,959.9
or
yd² = ha × 11,959.9
Step-by-step process
- Take the area in hectares.
- Multiply it by 11,959.9.
- The result is the equivalent area in square yards.
Examples
- 0.01 ha = 0.01 × 11,959.9 = 119.599 yd²
- 0.1 ha = 0.1 × 11,959.9 = 1,195.99 yd²
- 1 ha = 1 × 11,959.9 = 11,959.9 yd²
- 5 ha = 5 × 11,959.9 = 59,799.5 yd²
When to Convert Hectares to Square Yards
This conversion is useful when working with large land areas in countries that use imperial units.
Real Estate Development
Large development projects, such as new communities or industrial parks, might be planned in ha but require area measurements in yd² for local regulations or sales.
Property Management
When managing vast properties, converting from ha to yd² can help in understanding the scale in a more granular way for maintenance or leasing.
Common Hectares to Square Yards Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Hectares (ha) | Square Yards (yd²) | Hectares (ha) | Square Yards (yd²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.01 | 119.599 | 10 | 119,599 |
| 0.02 | 239.198 | 20 | 239,198 |
| 0.05 | 597.995 | 50 | 597,995 |
| 0.1 | 1,195.99 | 100 | 1,195,990 |
| 0.2 | 2,391.98 | 200 | 2,391,980 |
| 0.5 | 5,979.95 | 500 | 5,979,950 |
| 1 | 11,959.9 | 1,000 | 11,959,900 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many square yards are in a hectare?
There are approximately 11,959.9 square yards in a hectare.
How do I convert square yards to hectares?
To convert from square yards to hectares, you divide the area in square yards by 11,959.9. For example, 10,000 yd² is equal to 10,000 / 11,959.9 = 0.836127 ha.