Crore to Lakh Converter
Convert between crores and lakhs using the Indian numbering system
Convert Between Crores and Lakhs
1 crore = 1,00,00,000 (10 million)
1 lakh = 1,00,000 (100 thousand)
Conversion Results
Indian Numbering System
Currency Value (₹)
Conversion Formulas:
• Crore to Lakh: L = C × 100
• Lakh to Crore: C = L ÷ 100
Current calculation: × 100
Ratio: 1 crore = 100 lakh
Quick Examples
Indian Number System
Key Facts
About Crores
- • Written as: 1,00,00,000
- • Equal to: 10 million (international)
- • Equal to: 100 lakhs
- • Symbol: Cr
About Lakhs
- • Written as: 1,00,000
- • Equal to: 100 thousand
- • Symbol: L
- • Has 5 zeros
Conversion Tips
1 crore = 100 lakh (ratio 1:100)
To convert crore to lakh: multiply by 100
To convert lakh to crore: divide by 100
Indian system uses 3,2,2 comma placement
Understanding Crores and Lakhs
What is a Crore?
Crore is a unit in the Indian numbering system equal to 10 million in the international system. It's written as 1,00,00,000 and represents 100 lakhs. Crores are commonly used in India and surrounding countries to express large sums of money, population figures, and other large quantities.
Conversion Formulas
Crore to Lakh: L = C × 100
Lakh to Crore: C = L ÷ 100
Common Usage
- •Real estate prices and property values
- •Government budgets and financial allocations
- •Company revenues and market capitalizations
What is a Lakh?
Lakh is a unit in the Indian numbering system equal to one hundred thousand (100,000). It's written as 1,00,000 and originated in India, initially used to represent stakes in gambling. Today, it's widely used across South Asia for expressing moderately large numbers.
Historical Context
The Indian numbering system follows a unique pattern of 3,2,2 from right to left, unlike the international system's consistent groups of three. This system has been used for centuries and reflects the cultural and historical development of mathematics in the Indian subcontinent.
Quick Tip: Remember the ratio 1:100 - one crore always equals exactly 100 lakhs, making conversions straightforward!