In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Gram Raw(Chholia) was quoted at ₹5,779 per quintal in Orai APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Gram Raw(Chholia) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,055
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,779
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGram Raw(Chholia) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Gram Raw(Chholia) about 2.9% above the period average, and just 18.1% 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 Gram Raw(Chholia) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barabanki APMC Leader | ₹9,670 |
| 2 Chandausi APMC | ₹9,084 |
| 3 Doharighat APMC | ₹9,050 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹8,787 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,635 |
| 6 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Jangipura APMC | ₹8,040 |
| 8 Banthara APMC | ₹7,941 |
| 9 Agra APMC | ₹7,856 |
| 10 Maudaha APMC | ₹6,608 |
| 11 Robertsganj APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Banda APMC | ₹6,518 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Gram Raw(Chholia).
At ₹3,152 (48.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Gram Raw(Chholia) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Gram Raw(Chholia) prices at Orai APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,055, with the average around ₹5,615. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹7,055 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,779 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,383 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,727 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,995 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,054 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,768 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,111 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,507 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,691 |
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 Gram Raw(Chholia) 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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Gram Raw(Chholia) was priced at this level in Orai APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.