Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Auraiya APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹8,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 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.
At this level, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) is about 0.9% below the period average, sitting just 17.0% 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
This table ranks Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 4 Banthara APMC | ₹13,652 |
| 5 Imphal APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 7 Bareilly APMC | ₹12,582 |
| 8 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹12,186 |
| 10 Agra APMC | ₹12,180 |
| 11 Lucknow APMC | ₹12,096 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹12,000 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (16.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Auraiya APMC ranged between ₹8,100 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,372. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,614 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,725 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,708 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,646 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,678 |
| 19 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,358 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,352 |
| 11 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 05 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 04 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,300 |
| 03 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,227 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,574 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,456 |
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
When picking where to sell Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rate at Auraiya APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.