Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,999 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,999
- Lowest Price Today₹5,951
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,999
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.4% below the period average — just 22.4% 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 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 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 ₹2,600 (38.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹7,735, with the average around ₹6,026. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,999 | ₹5,951 | ₹5,999 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,041 | ₹6,041 | ₹6,041 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,801 | ₹1,600 | ₹6,801 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,802 | ₹5,201 | ₹5,802 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,121 | ₹5,560 | ₹6,121 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,015 | ₹5,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,842 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,671 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,675 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,675 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,141 | ₹5,199 | ₹6,141 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,041 | ₹4,501 | ₹6,041 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,601 | ₹2,301 | ₹5,601 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,043 | ₹5,341 | ₹7,043 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,926 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,501 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Kalapipal APMC on 17 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.