Dina (India) to Pavan (India) Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
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Dina (India) to Pavan (India) Calculator
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- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Dina (India)).
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How to Convert Dina (India) to Pavan (India)
Converting Dina (India) to Pavan (India) involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Dina (India) = 0.00000809986 pavanExample Calculation:
Convert 5 dina: 5 × 0.00000809986 = 0.0000404993 pavan
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What is a Dina (India) and a Pavan (India)?
The Dina is described as a traditional Indian unit of mass, often cited as part of a system including units like Ratti and Masha. Its value is typically defined as being precisely equivalent to the international Grain (gr) unit. Therefore, 1 Dina is equal to exactly 64.79891 milligrams (mg), or approximately 0.0000648 grams (g). It represents a very small measure of weight, likely originating from the weight of a specific type of seed or grain in ancient metrology.
The Pavan (പവൻ), sometimes spelled Pawan or Pavana, is a traditional unit of mass predominantly used in the state of Kerala, South India, almost exclusively for measuring gold. It is defined as being exactly equal to 8 grams. Unlike units like the Tola or Masha which had broader applications, the Pavan's use is tightly linked to the gold trade and jewelry market in this specific region.
Note: The Dina (India) is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Pavan (India) belongs to the imperial/US customary system.
History of the Dina (India) and Pavan (India)
The history of the 'Dina' unit specifically is obscure, and it may represent a regional or less common name for the Grain unit within the context of traditional Indian weights. The Grain itself has ancient origins, based on the weight of cereal grains (like barley), and formed a fundamental unit in English weight systems (Avoirdupois, Troy, Apothecaries') which influenced measurements in India during the British colonial period. The concept of using seeds (like the Ratti seed) as weight standards was already prevalent in India. The Dina, representing the Grain value, would have fit into this system as a very small base unit.
The origin of the Pavan as a unit is closely tied to the weight of the British Gold Sovereign coin, which weighs approximately 7.98805 grams (very close to 8 grams). During the British colonial era and afterwards, the Sovereign was a common form of holding gold, and its weight became a de facto standard for gold transactions in certain regions, particularly Kerala. Over time, 'Pavan' became synonymous with this 8-gram standard for gold. Despite the official adoption of the metric system in India, the Pavan remains the primary unit for quoting gold prices and measuring gold weight in jewelry shops throughout Kerala and among the Malayali diaspora.
Common Uses for dina and pavan
Explore the typical applications for both Dina (India) (imperial/US) and Pavan (India) (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for dina
Given its equivalence to the Grain, the historical or potential uses of the Dina would mirror those of the Grain:
- Historical Pharmacy: Used in the apothecaries' system for measuring small quantities of potent substances.
- Weighing Precious Materials: Potentially used for very fine measurements of gold, silver, gemstones, or pearls where precision was needed.
- Alchemy & Traditional Medicine: Measurement of minute ingredients in traditional formulations.
- Theoretical Calculations: Representing a small, fundamental unit in metrological discussions. It has no practical application in modern, everyday measurements in India or elsewhere, though the Grain unit itself persists in specific fields like ammunition reloading.
Common Uses for pavan
The Pavan is almost exclusively used for:
- Gold Jewelry: Pricing, buying, and selling gold ornaments (necklaces, bangles, earrings, etc.) in Kerala. Jewelry weight is almost always specified in Pavan.
- Gold Bullion: Measuring and trading small gold bars or coins, especially in local markets.
- Investment Gold: Discussing and quantifying personal gold holdings.
- Cultural Significance: Often used in contexts like dowries or gifts where gold quantity is specified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Dina (India) (dina)
How many grams are in a Dina?
1 Dina is exactly equal to 0.00006479891 grams (g), which is the same as 64.79891 milligrams (mg).
Is Dina related to Grain?
Yes, the Dina is effectively identical to the Grain (gr) unit in terms of mass. 1 Dina = 1 Grain.
Is Dina commonly used today?
No, the term 'Dina' for this weight is extremely rare and primarily of historical or theoretical interest. The Grain unit itself sees niche use (e.g., ammunition), but not typically under the name 'Dina'.
About Pavan (India) (pavan)
How many grams are in a Pavan?
One Pavan is exactly equal to 8 grams (g). This is the standard definition used throughout Kerala and in the gold trade associated with the region.
Is Pavan used outside of India?
The Pavan is primarily used within India, specifically concentrated in the state of Kerala. It is also commonly used by the Malayali diaspora community worldwide when dealing with gold transactions within the community or purchasing gold from Keralite jewelers abroad. It is not a standard unit in other parts of India or internationally outside these specific contexts.
How does Pavan relate to Tola?
The Pavan and the Tola are distinct traditional Indian units of mass, primarily used for gold, but with different values.
- 1 Pavan = 8 grams
- 1 Tola ≈ 11.664 grams They are not directly related in a simple ratio and represent different weight standards originating from different influences (Pavan linked to the Sovereign coin, Tola having older roots). While both measure gold, they are used in different regions or contexts (Pavan dominant in Kerala, Tola historically more widespread and still used in other parts of India).
Conversion Table: Dina (India) to Pavan (India)
| Dina (India) (dina) | Pavan (India) (pavan) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0 |
| 5 | 0 |
| 10 | 0 |
| 25 | 0 |
| 50 | 0 |
| 100 | 0.001 |
| 500 | 0.004 |
| 1,000 | 0.008 |
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