From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Jhalarapatan APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Jhalarapatan APMC on Top Today
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₹6,518
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (999)
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.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 12.2% above the period average — just 7.9% 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
This table ranks Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Rajkot APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹6,700 |
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.
The ₹2,600 (38.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Jhalarapatan APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹6,518, with the average around ₹5,349. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,518 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,201 | ₹5,201 | ₹5,201 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 | ₹5,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,522 | ₹5,522 | ₹5,522 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,412 | ₹5,412 | ₹5,412 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,391 | ₹5,391 | ₹5,391 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,431 | ₹5,431 | ₹5,431 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,410 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,350 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,275 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,510 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,385 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,210 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,150 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,350 | ₹5,150 | ₹5,230 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Jhalarapatan APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.