Reading today's price tape for 21 Oct 2026, Varanasi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Gram Raw(Chholia), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,726 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Gram Raw(Chholia) Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,727
- Lowest Price Today₹11,726
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,726
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
At this level, Gram Raw(Chholia) is about 53.3% above the period average, sitting just 9.8% 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 Gram Raw(Chholia) rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹11,726 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹11,136 |
| 3 Saharanpur APMC | ₹10,608 |
| 4 Prayagraj APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹9,204 |
| 6 Chandausi APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 7 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 DADRI APMC | ₹6,955 |
| 9 Bharuasumerpur APMC | ₹6,711 |
| 10 Maudaha APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Mahoba APMC | ₹6,496 |
| 12 Gurusarai APMC | ₹6,407 |
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).
A spread of ₹5,320 (83.0%) 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, Gram Raw(Chholia) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹7,651. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹11,727 | ₹11,726 | ₹11,726 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,682 | ₹7,700 | ₹8,635 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,617 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Varanasi APMC led Gram Raw(Chholia) on 21 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.