In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was quoted at ₹12,550 per quintal in Gorakhpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,550
- Lowest Price Today₹12,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram Dal(Urd Dal) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) about 15.6% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gorakhpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹22,016 |
| 2 Meerut APMC | ₹15,566 |
| 3 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹12,550 |
| 4 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹12,305 |
| 6 Bareilly APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 7 Rampur APMC | ₹11,300 |
| 8 Orai APMC | ₹8,961 |
| 9 Gangoh APMC | ₹8,808 |
| 10 Mahoba APMC | ₹7,156 |
| 11 Raath APMC | ₹6,597 |
| 12 Mainpuri APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal).
That ₹15,516 (238.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) prices at Gorakhpur APMC ranged between ₹8,150 and ₹12,550, with the average around ₹10,857. 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 Oct | ₹12,550 | ₹12,550 | ₹12,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,400 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,862 | ₹10,862 | ₹10,862 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,572 | ₹10,572 | ₹10,572 |
| 27 Aug | ₹11,750 | ₹11,750 | ₹11,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,807 | ₹11,807 | ₹11,807 |
| 25 Jul | ₹11,800 | ₹11,800 | ₹11,800 |
| 05 Jul | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 |
| 03 Jul | ₹10,728 | ₹10,728 | ₹10,728 |
| 17 Jun | ₹9,950 | ₹9,950 | ₹9,950 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Black Gram Dal(Urd Dal) was priced at this level in Gorakhpur APMC on 18 Oct 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.