Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,225 per quintal in Katni APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) markets.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,360
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,225
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Gram)
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.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 6.9% 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
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Katni APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Bangarpet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹7,905 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Ashta APMC | ₹7,501 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 10 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,790 |
| 11 Jalana APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Ratlam APMC | ₹6,560 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,940 (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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹2,790 and ₹6,395, with the average around ₹5,825. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,360 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,225 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,285 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,281 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,349 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,351 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,290 | ₹4,401 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,302 | ₹4,700 | ₹6,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,380 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,378 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,395 | ₹3,030 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,150 | ₹6,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,151 | ₹4,201 | ₹5,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,251 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,980 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,212 | ₹2,790 | ₹6,051 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,050 | ₹6,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,161 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,050 |
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, 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 Katni APMC on 19 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.