Convert hectare to township
Please provide values below to convert hectare [ha] to township [twnsp], or Convert township to hectare.
How to Convert Hectare to Township
1 ha = 0.000107250599595124 twnsp
Example: convert 15 ha to twnsp:
15 ha = 15 × 0.000107250599595124 twnsp = 0.00160875899392686 twnsp
Hectare to Township 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.
Township
A township is a unit of land measurement or administrative division, often used to describe a subdivision of a county or municipality.
History/Origin
Historically, townships originated as land divisions in colonial America and were used for administrative and land surveying purposes. The concept varies by country, with some regions using it as a local government unit and others as a cadastral division.
Current Use
Today, townships are used primarily in certain countries like the United States and Canada for administrative, land surveying, and local governance purposes, though their specific functions and boundaries can differ regionally.