Reading today's price tape for 18 Sep 2026, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,271 per quintal in Katni APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,271
- Lowest Price Today₹7,402
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,271
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBlack Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) (Urda/Urd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) is about 0.3% below the period average, sitting just 17.7% 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
The table below lines up Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Katni APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,300 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹11,900 |
| 4 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Ponnur APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 APMC Pune APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 APMC Pachora APMC | ₹9,521 |
| 8 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Movva (HQ-Kuchipudi) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Veraval APMC | ₹9,275 |
| 11 Botad APMC | ₹9,040 |
| 12 Indore APMC | ₹9,010 |
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 ₹4,290 (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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹10,050, with the average around ₹8,292. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹8,271 | ₹7,402 | ₹8,271 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,699 | ₹5,800 | ₹8,699 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,077 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,281 | ₹7,405 | ₹8,281 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,950 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹5,100 | ₹7,650 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,968 | ₹4,005 | ₹8,968 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,560 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,799 | ₹7,705 | ₹8,799 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,791 | ₹4,800 | ₹8,791 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹4,950 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,305 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,050 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,510 | ₹2,500 | ₹7,510 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹8,150 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) stood at Katni APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.