Across the reporting yards on 20 Sep 2026, Rice was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Purulia APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Rice today.
01What Put Purulia APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityRice (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Rice rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.4% 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
The table below lines up Rice rates across the markets that reported on 20 Sep 2026, so you can see where Purulia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanpur(Grain) APMC Leader | ₹7,045 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,052 |
| 3 Siliguri APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Boxonagar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 APMC Karjat(Raigad) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 8 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 9 APMC Murud APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 10 APMC Alibagh APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,200 |
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 ₹2,845 (67.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Rice matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Rice prices at Purulia APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹3,515. 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 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,620 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,460 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,420 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹3,420 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Rice, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Purulia APMC posted this Rice rate on 20 Sep 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.