With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Jam Khambalia APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) yards.
01What Put Jam Khambalia APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,860
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) about 3.5% above the period average, and just 6.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jam Khambalia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Talikot APMC | ₹6,421 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,879 (44.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Jam Khambalia APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,150, with the average around ₹5,558. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,860 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,050 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,060 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,010 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,950 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,990 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,890 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,750 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,350 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,815 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,350 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,780 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,350 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,615 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,350 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
When picking where to sell Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jam Khambalia APMC reported Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.