In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,450 per quintal in Markapur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) today.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,450
- Lowest Price Today₹5,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 0.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Lingasugur APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Dewas APMC | ₹6,371 |
| 6 Sindhanur APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 7 Varud(Rajura Bazar) APMC | ₹6,290 |
| 8 Rajkot APMC | ₹6,125 |
| 9 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Guntakal APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Nagpur APMC | ₹6,090 |
| 12 Hungund APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 (43.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Markapur APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹5,409. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,350 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,350 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
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
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
All told, this is where Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) stood at Markapur APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.