From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Paithan APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
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.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 22.6% below the period average — just 33.3% 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
Here's how Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Muradabad APMC | ₹8,201 |
| 5 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Ashta APMC | ₹7,551 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Sitmau APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 12 Mandsaur APMC | ₹6,923 |
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 ₹2,377 (34.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Paithan APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,165. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,850 | ₹4,850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,851 | ₹5,851 | ₹5,851 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,301 | ₹5,301 | ₹5,301 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,101 | ₹5,101 | ₹5,101 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Paithan APMC logged this Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.