In the price report dated 22 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Chikali 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Average (Whole))
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.
Today's rate is about 0.9% below the period average and just 18.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chikali APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajkot APMC Leader | ₹8,625 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,239 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 6 Pune APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 7 Proddatur APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Indore APMC | ₹6,295 |
| 9 Sangli APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Botad APMC | ₹6,235 |
| 11 Malkapur APMC | ₹6,225 |
| 12 Telhara APMC | ₹6,190 |
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 ₹2,435 (39.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Chikali APMC ranged between ₹4,600 and ₹6,350, with the average around ₹5,249. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,150 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,050 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,650 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,337 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,650 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,350 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,550 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,175 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,150 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,050 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,050 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) traded at this rate in Chikali APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.