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Convert rais to hectares

1 rai=0.16ha

Use the converter below to change any rais value into hectares instantly — with formula, conversion table, and real-world examples.

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Conversion formula

Forward
hectares = rais × 0.16
Reverse
rais = hectares × 6.25

Example: 10 rai × 0.16 = 1.6 ha.

About both units

From

Rai

rai

The rai equals 1600 square metres exactly — the traditional Thai land unit. It is 1/6.25 of a hectare. Still widely used in Thai property transactions and agricultural documents. A rai is subdivided into 4 "ngan" (400 m² each).

Real-world: A small Thai farm might be 10–20 rai (1.6–3.2 ha). Thai rice yields: 400–600 kg per rai.
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Hectare

ha

The hectare equals 10,000 square metres — a square 100 m on each side. It is the global standard for agricultural land, forests, vineyards and large-scale property. 1 hectare is roughly equivalent to 2.47 acres. European farms are measured in hectares.

Real-world: A rugby pitch is 1 hectare. A Bordeaux vineyard parcel is typically 5–10 ha. The Vatican City covers 44 ha.
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Rai to Hectare conversion table

Common rais to hectares values for quick reference.

Rai (rai)Hectare (ha)
1 rai0.16 ha
5 rai0.8 ha
10 rai1.6 ha
50 rai8 ha
100 rai16 ha
500 rai80 ha
1,000 rai160 ha
5,000 rai800 ha
10,000 rai1,600 ha
50,000 rai8,000 ha

Tips & common mistakes

Quick tips

  • 1 rai = 1600 m² = 0.16 ha.
  • 1 rai = 4 ngan = 400 tarang wa.
  • 1 hectare = 6.25 rai.

Avoid these

  • Assuming rai equals hectare — only 16%.
  • Mixing rai with ngan or tarang wa without conversion.
  • Using rai outside Thailand — not internationally recognised.

Frequently asked questions

How many hectares in a rai?
One rai equals 0.16 hectares.
How do I convert rais to hectares?
Multiply the rai value by 0.16 to get the equivalent in hectares.
What is 100 rais in hectares?
100 rais equals 16 hectares.
Is a rai bigger than a hectare?
No. 1 rai equals 0.16 hectares, so one rai is smaller.
How to convert rais to hectares without a calculator?
Multiply by 0.16 for a quick estimate; use a calculator for precise results.

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