Convert square rod (US survey) to hectare
Please provide values below to convert square rod (US survey) [sq rd (US)] to hectare [ha], or Convert hectare to square rod (US survey).
How to Convert Square Rod (Us Survey) to Hectare
1 sq rd (US) = 0.002529295325 ha
Example: convert 15 sq rd (US) to ha:
15 sq rd (US) = 15 × 0.002529295325 ha = 0.037939429875 ha
Square Rod (Us Survey) to Hectare Conversion Table
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Square Rod (Us Survey)
A square rod (US survey) is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one rod (16.5 feet) each, used primarily in land measurement.
History/Origin
The square rod originated from the traditional land measurement system in the United States, particularly in surveying and real estate, where the rod was a common unit of length. It has been used historically for measuring plots of land, especially in rural and agricultural contexts.
Current Use
Today, the square rod (US survey) is largely obsolete and replaced by more modern units like acres. However, it may still be encountered in historical land records and surveying documents.
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.