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What is a Hectare?

A hectare (ha) is a standard unit for measuring land, especially in agriculture, forestry, and urban planning. Rooted in the metric system, it simplifies large-area calculations. One hectare covers 10,000 square metres or about 2.49 acres. A hectare is nearly the size of an international football field.

What is Gaj ?

Gaj is a traditional unit used to measure land in North India. It is widely used in states like Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana. In Hindi, 'Gaj' refers to a square yard or square gaj. One gaj equals 0.84 square meters or 9 square feet. A gaj is approximately the size of a small coffee table or a large stepping stone.

Hectare to Gaj Conversion Table

The table below provides some common hectare-to-gaj conversions:

Hectares	Gaj (Square Yards)
1 ha	10098.16
5 ha	50490.78
10 ha	100981.56
15 ha	151472.35
20 ha	201963.13

Value of One Hectare in Different States

The conversion of 1 hectare to gaj remains consistent across most states in India at 10,098.16 gaj. However, the value differs in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana due to regional measurement variations.

State	1 Hectare to Gaj
Most States in India	10098.16
Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana	11960.01

How to Convert Hectare to Gaj?

Hectares can be converted to gaj manually using the following formula:

1 hectare = 10098.16 gaj
For example, to convert 2 hectares to gaj:

2 × 10098.16 = 20196.32 gaj

Alternatively, for quick and accurate results, Tata Capital’s Area Conversion Calculator can be used:

Step 1: Visit Tata Capital’s Area Conversion Calculator.
Step 2: Select “Hectare” as the input unit.
Step 3: Choose “Gaj” as the output unit.
Step 4: Enter the hectare value that you want to convert.

The tool will automatically calculate and display the gaj value.

FAQs on Hectare to Gaj Converter

A hectare is a metric unit for measuring land that equals 10,000 square metres or approximately 2.49 acres. It is often used for large agricultural fields and land plots.

To convert manually, multiply the hectare value by 10098.16. For higher values, Tata Capital’s Area Conversion Tool provides quick and accurate results.

Gaj is used in North India for property transactions as it is a smaller unit, making it easier to measure plots for residential and commercial purposes.

No, there is no difference. Gaj and square yard are equivalent units of area. In North India, the term "gaj" is commonly used, while "square yard" is more widely recognized internationally.

Yes, the conversion can be used for both agricultural and residential properties. However, since residential plots are typically smaller, people often prefer to measure them directly in gaj or square feet.

Yes, most online tools like Tata Capital’s Area Conversion Calculator use standard formulas and provide reliable results. Still, for legal or official documentation, it's recommended to cross-check with a land surveyor or local authority.