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Convert Decigram to Tola

Convert decigrams to tolas instantly. 1 decigram = 0.0085735324 tola — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Tola to Decigram converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Decigram

What is a decigram?

A decigram (dg) equals 0.0001 kilogram, or 0.1 gram.

Origin of the decigram

From the SI prefix 'deci-' (from Latin 'decimus', tenth).

Where it is used

Occasional laboratory and pharmacy use.

When and where it was developed

Part of the original metric system of 1795.

Indian / South Asian

Tola

What is a tola?

The tola equals 180 troy grains, about 11.6638 grams (three-eighths of a troy ounce).

Origin of the tola

From Sanskrit 'tula', meaning a balance or weighing.

Where it is used

The primary unit for gold and silver across India, Pakistan, and Nepal.

When and where it was developed

Fixed at 180 grains under British India in 1833.

Decigram to Tola conversion formula

Note: this conversion uses a generally accepted modern value. Historical and regional definitions of this unit varied across times and places.

The relationship between decigrams and tolas:

1 dg = 0.0085735324 tola
1 tola = 116.638038 dg

To convert decigrams to tolas, multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0085735324. To reverse, multiply tolas by 116.638038.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in tolas updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Tola to Decigram converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert decigrams to tolas

  1. Write down the value in decigrams (dg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0085735324.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in tolas (tola).
  4. To reverse, multiply the tola value by 116.638038.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 dg to tola:
1 × 0.0085735324 = 0.0085735324 tola

Example 2 — Convert 100 dg to tola:
100 × 0.0085735324 = 0.8573532418 tola

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-decigram sheet is a typical spec for ID-card laminates and film overlays. Converting to tolas aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 dg × 0.0085735324 = 4.2867662092 tola

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

A 4-decigram plastic bag thickness is a common spec for grocery and freezer bags. Converting from decigrams to tolas is what packaging buyers do whenever they bridge US and metric supplier quotes.

4 dg × 0.0085735324 = 0.0342941297 tola

Decigram to Tola conversion table

Standard reference values for converting decigrams to tolas:

Decigram [dg]Tola [tola]
0.018.573532e-5
0.10.0008573532
10.0085735324
20.0171470648
30.0257205973
40.0342941297
50.0428676621
100.0857353242
200.1714706484
300.2572059725
400.3429412967
500.4286766209
1000.8573532418
5004.2867662092
10008.5735324183

Frequently asked questions

How many tolas is 1 decigram?
1 decigram equals 0.0085735324 tola.
How do I convert decigrams to tolas?
Multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0085735324 to get tolas.
How do I convert tolas back to decigrams?
Multiply the value in tolas by 116.638038, or use the Tola to Decigram converter.
How many tolas is 100 decigrams?
100 decigrams equals 0.8573532418 tolas, because 100 × 0.0085735324 = 0.8573532418.

Convert Decigram to other weight units

Show all Decigram conversions
Metric / SI (17 units)
Decigram to Attogram (ag) Decigram to Femtogram (fg) Decigram to Picogram (pg) Decigram to Nanogram (ng) Decigram to Microgram (µg) Decigram to Milligram (mg) Decigram to Centigram (cg) Decigram to Gram (g) Decigram to Dekagram (dag) Decigram to Hectogram (hg) Decigram to Kilogram (kg) Decigram to Quintal (metric) (q) Decigram to Metric Ton (t) Decigram to Gigagram (Gg) Decigram to Teragram (Tg) Decigram to Petagram (Pg) Decigram to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Decigram to Grain (gr) Decigram to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Decigram to Ounce (oz) Decigram to Pound (lb) Decigram to Clove (clove) Decigram to Stone (US) (st) Decigram to Stone (UK) (st) Decigram to Quarter (US) (qr) Decigram to Quarter (UK) (qr) Decigram to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Decigram to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Decigram to Wey (wey) Decigram to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Decigram to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Decigram to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Decigram to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Decigram to Carat (metric) (ct) Decigram to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Decigram to Pennyweight (dwt) Decigram to Momme (mom) Decigram to Mace (mace) Decigram to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Decigram to Troy Ounce (oz t) Decigram to Tael (tael) Decigram to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Decigram to Ratti (ratti) Decigram to Masha (masha) Decigram to Tola (tola) Decigram to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Decigram to Seer (Ser) (seer) Decigram to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Decigram to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Decigram to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Decigram to Muon Mass (mµ) Decigram to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Decigram to Proton Mass (mp) Decigram to Neutron Mass (mn) Decigram to Deuteron Mass (md) Decigram to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Decigram to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Decigram to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Decigram to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Decigram to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Decigram to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Decigram to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Decigram to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Decigram to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Decigram to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Decigram to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Decigram to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Decigram to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Decigram to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Decigram to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Decigram to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Decigram to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Decigram to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Decigram to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Decigram to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Decigram to Poundal (pdl) Decigram to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Decigram to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Decigram to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Decigram to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 dg = 0.0085735324 tola) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.