From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Aurad Shahajani APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,875
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 6.6% above the period average, sitting just 4.0% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 3 Indore APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹6,740 |
| 11 Narsinghpur APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Jalana APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
That ₹2,800 (43.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Aurad Shahajani APMC ranged between ₹4,851 and ₹6,250, with the average around ₹5,626. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,875 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,874 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,250 | ₹5,875 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,874 | ₹5,744 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,241 | ₹5,875 | ₹6,046 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,874 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,229 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,214 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,874 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,874 | ₹5,591 | ₹5,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,874 | ₹5,580 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,051 | ₹5,875 | ₹5,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,802 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,931 | ₹5,875 | ₹5,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,874 | ₹5,251 | ₹5,576 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,801 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,794 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,547 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,771 | ₹5,151 | ₹5,461 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,730 | ₹5,020 | ₹5,375 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,761 | ₹5,015 | ₹5,388 |
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
Selling Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 Aurad Shahajani APMC on 18 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.