Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,425 per quintal in Galla Chhipabarod - Chhabra APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,745
- Lowest Price Today₹5,105
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
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 9.3% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,879 (44.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Galla Chhipabarod - Chhabra APMC ranged between ₹4,610 and ₹5,980, with the average around ₹5,447. 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 | ₹5,745 | ₹5,105 | ₹5,425 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,865 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,632 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,930 | ₹5,155 | ₹5,542 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,695 | ₹5,695 | ₹5,695 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,980 | ₹5,285 | ₹5,632 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,860 | ₹5,795 | ₹5,827 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,815 | ₹5,305 | ₹5,560 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,810 | ₹5,275 | ₹5,542 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,845 | ₹5,395 | ₹5,620 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,975 | ₹5,380 | ₹5,677 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,845 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,472 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,930 | ₹5,060 | ₹5,495 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,720 | ₹4,945 | ₹5,332 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,255 | ₹5,427 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,435 | ₹4,755 | ₹5,095 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,485 | ₹5,330 | ₹5,407 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,610 | ₹5,055 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,450 | ₹5,175 | ₹5,312 |
| 19 Jun | ₹5,470 | ₹4,890 | ₹5,180 |
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
The day's best Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Galla Chhipabarod - Chhabra 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.