Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Chhotisadri APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹6,075
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) (Desi (Whole))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) is about 4.9% above the period average — just 7.8% 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
The table below lines up Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chhotisadri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Indore APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Kalapipal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Sanawad APMC | ₹6,905 |
| 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.
At ₹2,800 (43.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices at Chhotisadri APMC ranged between ₹4,630 and ₹6,291, with the average around ₹5,530. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,075 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,620 | ₹5,499 | ₹5,510 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,291 | ₹5,641 | ₹5,960 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,860 | ₹4,630 | ₹5,610 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,280 | ₹5,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,947 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,830 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,060 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,680 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,781 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,675 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,450 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,377 | ₹5,377 | ₹5,377 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,440 | ₹5,440 | ₹5,440 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,950 | ₹4,950 | ₹4,950 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,420 | ₹5,081 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,851 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,476 |
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
Going to the top Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Chhotisadri 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.