What is a pole and where was it used?

A pole, also known as a rod or perch, is a traditional English unit of length mainly used in surveying and land measurement. It was commonly used in historical British and colonial land documents.

Why convert poles to centimeters?

Converting poles to centimeters helps translate older land and property measurements into modern metric units, useful for updated mapping, cadastral records, and engineering projects.

How to Convert from Pole to Centimeter [cm]

Q: How many centimeters are in one pole?

One pole is equal to 502.92 centimeters according to the defined conversion rate.

Learn how to convert length measurements from poles to centimeters using this handy online unit converter. Understand the context, uses, and conversion method for this traditional and metric length units.

Pole

Centimeter [cm]

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Pole to Centimeter [cm] Conversion Table

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Pole to Centimeter [cm] Conversion Table
Pole	Centimeter [cm]

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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms length values from the traditional English unit pole into the metric unit centimeter. Poles, historically used for surveying and land measurement, can be translated into centimeters, a standard measure for smaller distances.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in poles that you wish to convert
Select 'pole' as the starting unit and 'centimeter' as the target unit
Click the convert button to get the result in centimeters
Use the output to apply in mapping, land records, or engineering projects

Key Features

Converts poles (also called rods or perches) to centimeters easily
Based on the exact definition of 1 pole equals 502.92 centimeters
Ideal for interpreting historical land and property measurements
Supports accurate translation of surveying units to metric
Browser-based, simple, and user-friendly interface

Examples

2 Poles equal 1005.84 centimeters
0.5 Pole equals 251.46 centimeters

Common Use Cases

Interpreting distances in historical British and colonial property deeds
Translating old survey measurements into modern metric units
Understanding dimensions in agricultural or civil engineering documents
Updating cadastral records with metric equivalents
Applying metric units in contemporary mapping systems

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the historical context of the pole measurement for accuracy
Use the converter for smaller scale lengths as centimeters suit minor distances
Consult original documents when possible to review measurement methods
Employ this conversion when updating records to comply with international standards
Complement this tool with meters or kilometers for large land areas

Limitations

The pole is an outdated unit with possible regional variations in measurement
Conversion assumes a fixed length of 5.0292 meters per pole, which might differ historically
Centimeters are less practical for very large areas where larger units are preferable

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a pole and where was it used?: A pole, also known as a rod or perch, is a traditional English unit of length mainly used in surveying and land measurement. It was commonly used in historical British and colonial land documents.
How many centimeters are in one pole?: One pole is equal to 502.92 centimeters according to the defined conversion rate.
Why convert poles to centimeters?: Converting poles to centimeters helps translate older land and property measurements into modern metric units, useful for updated mapping, cadastral records, and engineering projects.

Key Terminology

Pole: A traditional English unit of length equal to 16.5 feet or 5.0292 meters, used in surveying and land measurement.
Centimeter [cm]: A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter, commonly used for measuring small to moderate linear distances.
Cadastral Mapping: The process of mapping land parcels and boundaries often used in property and land ownership documentation.

Quick Knowledge Check

What traditional unit does the pole also go by?

Foot

Rod

Meter

How many centimeters are in one pole?

502.92

16.5

100

In which contexts is pole to centimeter conversion commonly used?

Historical surveys

Cooking measurements

Timekeeping

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