Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was quoted at ₹12,871 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) today.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,400
- Lowest Price Today₹11,610
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,871
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) is about 22.1% above the period average — just 14.2% 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
Here's how Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹14,300 |
| 2 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹13,560 |
| 3 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 4 Banthara APMC | ₹13,476 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Varanasi APMC | ₹12,871 |
| 7 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹12,805 |
| 8 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Chandausi APMC | ₹12,333 |
| 10 Bareilly APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 11 Lucknow APMC | ₹11,100 |
| 12 Vuyyur APMC | ₹9,600 |
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 ₹4,700 (49.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹10,541. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹14,400 | ₹11,610 | ₹12,871 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,862 | ₹10,862 | ₹10,862 |
| 23 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,581 |
| 19 Sep | ₹13,800 | ₹11,159 | ₹11,978 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,101 | ₹10,101 | ₹10,101 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹8,550 | ₹8,619 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,730 | ₹10,730 | ₹10,730 |
| 31 Aug | ₹13,400 | ₹10,600 | ₹11,383 |
| 29 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹11,450 | ₹12,521 |
| 26 Aug | ₹12,148 | ₹11,242 | ₹11,912 |
| 22 Aug | ₹11,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,793 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,900 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,871 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,100 | ₹10,300 | ₹10,960 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,700 | ₹6,917 | ₹9,704 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹13,560 | ₹10,700 | ₹11,789 |
| 24 Jul | ₹12,004 | ₹12,004 | ₹12,004 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) changed hands at this rate in Varanasi APMC on 16 Oct 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.