Turning to the 04 Aug 2026 APMC board, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Purulia APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Rice today.
01What Put Purulia APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.8% below the period average and just 7.9% 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 Rice rates stacked up across reporting markets on 04 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹10,632 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 3 Kopaganj APMC | ₹9,253 |
| 4 Muradabad APMC | ₹8,133 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,157 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Shikaripura APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹5,860 |
| 11 Visakhapatnam APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹5,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹4,832 (83.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Purulia APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹3,530. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,650 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Rice, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 04 Aug 2026, Rice traded at this rate in Purulia APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.