In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹12,400 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Price
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₹13,600
- Lowest Price Today₹11,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Black Gram (Whole))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) about 5.0% above the period average, and just 8.8% 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(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Kalyan APMC | ₹9,450 |
| 11 Paatan APMC | ₹8,575 |
| 12 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹5,000 (58.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) 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(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹13,600, with the average around ₹11,808. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,200 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
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(Urd Beans)(Whole), 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
The takeaway: Kottayam Market APMC reported Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.