In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,955 per quintal in Paatan APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,955
- Lowest Price Today₹5,940
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,955
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (F.A.Q. Split))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.8% above the period average and just 5.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹6,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole).
A spread of ₹2,600 (38.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Paatan APMC ranged between ₹4,625 and ₹6,270, with the average around ₹5,629. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,955 | ₹5,940 | ₹5,955 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,935 | ₹5,935 | ₹5,935 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,995 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,935 | ₹5,108 | ₹5,935 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,885 | ₹5,875 | ₹5,885 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,270 | ₹5,590 | ₹6,270 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,225 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,811 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,305 | ₹5,305 | ₹5,305 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,565 | ₹5,565 | ₹5,565 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,520 | ₹5,165 | ₹5,520 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,150 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,150 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,710 | ₹5,085 | ₹5,710 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,085 | ₹6,085 | ₹6,085 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,830 | ₹5,805 | ₹5,830 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,685 | ₹5,685 | ₹5,685 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,675 | ₹5,675 | ₹5,675 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Paatan APMC posted this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.