Here's the 06 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹12,400 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,600
- Lowest Price Today₹11,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 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.
Right now Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) is about 6.8% above the period average — just 8.8% 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
This table ranks Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kakching Market APMC Leader | ₹14,750 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹13,600 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 5 Kalyan APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 9 Pune APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Penamaluru (HQ-Kankipadu) APMC | ₹9,400 |
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.
At ₹5,350 (56.9%), 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 ₹11,611. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 16 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,200 |
| 02 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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole), 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
To wrap up, Kottayam Market APMC logged this Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rate on 06 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.