In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in Hardoi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) 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₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) about 8.4% below the period average, and just 15.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Saharanpur APMC | ₹12,331 |
| 4 Dhampur APMC | ₹12,100 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 6 Badayoun APMC | ₹11,167 |
| 7 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,588 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹9,345 |
| 9 Gudiwada APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Vuyyur APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 11 Gudlavalleru APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 12 Lalitpur APMC | ₹8,222 |
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.
The ₹5,778 (70.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Hardoi APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,424. 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 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,843 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,899 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,850 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,899 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,196 |
| 04 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,200 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,168 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
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
The day's best Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was priced at this level in Hardoi APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.