With the 12 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Gram Raw(Chholia) was quoted at ₹7,590 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Gram Raw(Chholia) Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,590
- Lowest Price Today₹7,590
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,590
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityGram Raw(Chholia) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.8% above the period average and just 41.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Gram Raw(Chholia) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹11,107 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹10,048 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹9,138 |
| 4 Dhampur APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹8,565 |
| 6 Badayoun APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹7,921 |
| 8 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹7,917 |
| 9 Etawah APMC | ₹7,842 |
| 10 Chandausi APMC | ₹7,635 |
| 11 Agra APMC | ₹7,619 |
| 12 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,590 |
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 ₹3,517 (46.3%), 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 Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹7,528. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹7,590 | ₹7,590 | ₹7,590 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,676 | ₹7,150 | ₹8,232 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹8,494 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,569 | ₹6,569 | ₹6,569 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,921 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,261 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,449 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,533 | ₹7,578 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,560 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,740 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,250 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,989 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,677 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,750 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,041 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,792 | ₹8,547 | ₹9,210 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,332 | ₹7,597 | ₹8,691 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,550 | ₹5,400 | ₹7,015 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,727 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,735 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
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
When picking where to sell Gram Raw(Chholia), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi APMC posted this Gram Raw(Chholia) rate on 12 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.