Commonly used Gold units in India - 2025 updated

By Team Gullak

Last updated : Aug 8, 2025

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Some of the commonly used Gold units in India are:

In this guide, we'll cover these units, more specifically equivalent weight in grams, current price and unit conversions.

Gram denominations of every unit used to represent Gold

Table: Gram denominations of every gold unit

How much is 1 Tola in grams?

This is one of the most common and widely recognized units for gold in India. 1 tola in grams equals to 11.66 grams. It is often used for significant gold purchases and is a familiar measure for both buyers and sellers across the country

24K 1 Tola gold price:

22K 1 Tola gold price:

How to calculate price of 1 Tola Gold?

Let's understand How to calculate price of 1 Tola with an example -

1 tola gold in grams = 11.66 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Tola Gold = Price of 11.66 gms Gold = ₹116,600

Here's a conversion table from Tola to grams:

Table: Tola to gram

How much is 1 ratti in gram?

A smaller unit of weight, 1 Ratti in gram is equal to ~0.12 grams. Historically, it was based on the weight of a Gunja seed. It is still used today, particularly for weighing smaller amounts of gold or gemstones in traditional markets, especially in North India

Live Price of 24Karat 1 Ratti Gold:

Live Price of 22Karat 1 Ratti Gold:

How to calculate price of 1 Ratti Gold?

Let's understand How to calculate price of 1 Ratti with an example -

1 ratti in gram = 0.12 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Ratti Gold = Price of 0.12 gms Gold = ₹1,200

Here's a conversion table from Ratti to grams:

Table: Ratti to gram

How much is 1 Masha Gold?

A Masha is a unit of weight equal to about 0.97 grams. Historically, it was part of a hierarchical system of weights, with 12 Mashas making up 1 Tola. It is still referenced in older jewelry valuations and transactions.

24Karat 1 masha gold rate:

22Karat 1 masha gold rate:

How to calculate price of 1 Masha Gold?

Let's understand How to calculate price of 1 Masha with an example -

1 Masha = 0.97 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Masha Gold = Price of 0.97 gms Gold = ₹9,700

Here's a conversion table from Masha to grams:

Table: Masha to gram

How much is 1 Bhori/Vori Gold?

This unit is primarily used in Eastern India, specifically in states like West Bengal and Assam, and in neighboring Bangladesh. 1 bhori gold in gram is equal to 11.66gms, making it essentially a regional name for the Tola. It is a common unit for gold ornaments, especially for large purchases like weddings.

24Karat 1 bhori gold price today:

22Karat 1 bhori gold price today:

How to calculate price of 1 Bhori Gold?

Let's understand How to calculate price of 1 Bhori with an example -

1 bhori gold in gram = 11.66 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Bhori Gold = Price of 11.66 gms Gold = ₹116,600

Here's a conversion table from Bhori to grams:

Table: Bhori to gram

How much is 1 aana(ana) in gram?

The Ana is a traditional subdivision of the Tola system. There are 16 Anas in one Tola. Given the modern standard of 1 Tola being 11.66 grams, one Ana 1 aana in gram is ~0.72 grams (11.66 / 16 = 0.72875). This unit is now mainly found in older jewellery trade references.

Live Price of 24Karat 1 Aana Gold:

Live Price of 22Karat 1 Aana Gold:

How to calculate price of 1 Aana Gold?

Let's understand How to calculate price of 1 Aana with an example -

1 aana in gram = 0.72 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Aana Gold = Price of 0.72 gms Gold = ₹7,200

Here's a conversion table from Aana to grams:

Table: Aana to gram

How much is 1 Chhatak Gold?

This is a unit used mostly in Eastern India. In the context of gold, it is often considered to be 58.32 grams, which is equivalent to 5 Tolas

Live Price of 24Karat 1 Chhatak Gold:

Live Price of 22Karat 1 Chhatak Gold:

How to calculate price of 1 Chhatak Gold?

Let's understand How to calculate price of 1 Chhatak with an example -

1 Chhatak = 58.32 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Chhatak Gold = Price of 58.32 gms Gold = ₹583,200

Here's a conversion table from Chhatak to grams:

Table: Chhatak to gram

How much is 1 Pavan Gold?

This is a unit of gold measurement widely used in South India, particularly in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. 1 pavan in gram is 8 grams.

Price of 24Karat 1 pavan gold rate today:

Price of 22Karat 1 pavan gold rate today:

How to calculate price of 1 Pavan Gold?

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1 Pavan in gram = 8 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Pavan Gold = Price of 8 gms Gold = ₹80,000

Here's a conversion table from Pavan to grams:

Table: Pavana to gram

How much is 1 Sovereign/Savaran Gold?

This unit is also very popular in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu. 1 Sovereign gold in grams equals 8 gms. It is often used interchangeably with the Pavan, and its name is derived from the British gold sovereign coin

Live 24Karat 1 sovereign gold price:

Live 22Karat 1 sovereign gold price:

How to calculate price of 1 Sovereign Gold?

Let's understand How to calculate price of 1 Sovereign with an example -

1 Sovereign in grams = 8 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Sovereign Gold = Price of 8 gms Gold = ₹80,000

Here's a conversion table from Sovereign to grams:

Table: Sovereign to gram

How much is 1 Varahan?

The Varahan is a historical unit of weight, named after the Varaha gold coin. It is equivalent to 3.4 grams. While not as commonly used today for general gold transactions, it may be referenced in discussions of historical coins or in specific regional contexts.

Live Price of 24Karat 1 Varahan Gold:

Live Price of 22Karat 1 Varahan Gold:

How to calculate price of 1 Varahan Gold?

Let's understand How to calculate price of 1 Varahan with an example -

1 Varahan = 3.4 gms

Price of 1 gm Gold (assumption) = ₹10,000

Price of 1 Varahan Gold = Price of 3.4 gms Gold = ₹34,000

Here's a conversion table from Varahan to grams:

Table: Varahan to gram

Gold Units and where they are commonly used

While some gold units like Tola and gram are universal, many of the units come have local origins and used only in specific regions. Let's take a look using the table below:

Table: Gold Units and Indian regions where they are used