Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Paliakala APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Paliakala APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 4-Day Band
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 3.7% below the period average, sitting just 13.3% 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
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Nadia APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 6 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 7 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 8 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 9 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Badayoun APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,380 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
The ₹4,120 (49.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
054-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 4 days, Masur Dal prices at Paliakala APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,750. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
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 Masur Dal, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Masur Dal rate at Paliakala APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.