Based on what the markets reported on 20 Oct 2026, Kottayam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,400 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole).
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,800
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,400
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Black Gram (Whole))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) is about 4.5% below the period average, sitting just 16.2% 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(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹11,400 |
| 2 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 APMC Karjat APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 4 Dhrol APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,400 (26.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹11,942. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹12,800 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹12,800 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,800 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹13,200 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,400 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Kottayam Market APMC led Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) on 20 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.