As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Aug 2026, Kottayam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,400 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole).
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,600
- Lowest Price Today₹11,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,400
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date19 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 5.7% 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
This table ranks Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹12,400 |
| 2 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹8,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole).
A spread of ₹4,000 (47.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
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 ₹11,734. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kottayam Market APMC was the market to beat for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) on 19 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.