In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Karmala APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 5.1% above the period average, sitting just 5.2% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Bangarpet APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Indore APMC | ₹7,905 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 9 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 11 Jalana APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Ratlam APMC | ₹6,560 |
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.
That ₹2,940 (44.8%) 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 Karmala APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹5,232. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,311 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,311 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,611 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,611 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,501 | ₹3,501 | ₹3,501 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,501 | ₹5,501 | ₹5,501 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,511 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹4,700 | ₹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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) stood at Karmala 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.