Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,940 per quintal in Shahpura Bhitoni (F&V) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) markets in the table that follows.
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₹5,940
- Lowest Price Today₹5,940
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,940
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
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.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 4.4% above the period average — just 2.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Akodiya APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 10 Gundlupet APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Harda APMC | ₹6,525 |
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.
The ₹2,975 (45.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Shahpura Bhitoni (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹4,805 and ₹6,085, with the average around ₹5,687. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹5,940 | ₹5,940 | ₹5,940 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,880 | ₹5,825 | ₹5,880 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,075 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,075 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,825 | ₹5,825 | ₹5,825 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,030 | ₹5,930 | ₹6,030 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,815 | ₹5,815 | ₹5,815 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,025 | ₹5,705 | ₹6,025 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,025 | ₹5,705 | ₹6,025 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,085 | ₹5,930 | ₹6,085 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,830 | ₹5,530 | ₹5,830 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,755 | ₹5,505 | ₹5,755 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,830 | ₹5,830 | ₹5,830 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,555 | ₹5,555 | ₹5,555 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,885 | ₹5,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,895 | ₹5,525 | ₹5,805 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,740 | ₹5,740 | ₹5,740 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,060 | ₹5,805 | ₹6,060 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,675 | ₹5,675 | ₹5,675 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,890 | ₹4,910 | ₹5,805 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Shahpura Bhitoni (F&V) APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.