Question 1

What is the current average price of Rice in Odisha?

Accepted Answer

The average wholesale price of Rice in Odisha is currently ₹3,731 per quintal (₹37.31/kg). Prices vary depending on quality and location.

Question 2

Where is the lowest price for Rice available?

Accepted Answer

Currently, the lowest recorded price for Rice is ₹1,000 per quintal in Tusura Mandi. Rates depend on local supply and crop quality.

Question 3

Where is the most expensive Rice being sold?

Accepted Answer

The highest market rate for Rice is recorded at ₹6,600 per quintal in Rahama Mandi.

Question 4

How many markets are reporting Rice prices today?

Accepted Answer

We have received active price updates from 14 Mandis in Odisha today. The list includes both major trading hubs and local markets.

Question 5

What factors influence Rice prices?

Accepted Answer

Key factors include daily arrivals (supply), seasonal demand, rainfall conditions in Odisha, and transportation costs. Festival seasons also typically see a rise in demand and prices.

Question 6

Is it a good time to buy Rice?

Accepted Answer

If prices are trending below the average of ₹3,731, it might be a good time to buy. However, checking the 7-day trend in your local mandi is recommended before making bulk purchases.

Question 7

How differs the retail price from the Mandi rate?

Accepted Answer

The Mandi rate is the wholesale auction price. Retail prices in shops are usually 20-30% higher to cover sorting, cleaning, transport, and retailer margins.

Question 8

Which districts in Odisha have the best Rice rates?

Accepted Answer

Refer to the "District-wise Price Summary" table above to compare rates. Typically, districts with higher production volumes offer more competitive wholesale rates.

District	Markets	Min Price	Max Price	Avg Price
Bargarh	2	₹1,700	₹2,183	₹1,992
Boudh	1	₹2,000	₹2,300	₹2,200
Kendujhar	3	₹1,800	₹4,500	₹3,500
Balangir	2	₹1,000	₹5,000	₹3,547
Sundergarh	1	₹3,000	₹5,000	₹3,677
Mayurbhanj	2	₹3,400	₹4,200	₹3,688
Kalahandi	1	₹3,200	₹4,500	₹3,740
Jagatsinghpur	1	₹2,800	₹6,600	₹4,087
Jharsuguda	1	₹3,500	₹5,000	₹4,302

Commodity	Market	District / State	Min (/quintal)	Max (/quintal)	Modal (/quintal)	Date
RiceCommon	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3400	₹3500	₹3500	2026-01-24
RiceOther	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3500	₹3600	₹3600	2026-01-24
RiceCommon	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3400	₹3500	₹3500	2026-01-23
RiceOther	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3500	₹3600	₹3600	2026-01-23
RiceCommon	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3400	₹3600	₹3500	2026-01-22
RiceOther	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3500	₹3600	₹3600	2026-01-22
RiceCommon	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3400	₹3500	₹3500	2026-01-21
RiceOther	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3500	₹3600	₹3600	2026-01-21
RiceOther	Udala	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹4000	₹4000	₹4000	2026-01-20
RiceCommon	Karanjia	Mayurbhanj, Odisha	₹3400	₹3500	₹3500	2026-01-20

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