Quintal to Kg: Convert Mandi Prices to Per-Kg Rates
Quick answer
A quintal is 100 kilograms. To convert a mandi price from per quintal to per kilogram, divide by 100. So ₹2,500 per quintal equals ₹25 per kg. To go from per kg to per quintal, multiply by 100.
The core conversion
Indian mandis quote wholesale rates per quintal, where 1 quintal = 100 kg = 0.1 tonne. The maths is simple:
- Per quintal → per kg: divide by 100 (₹3,200/qtl = ₹32/kg)
- Per kg → per quintal: multiply by 100 (₹45/kg = ₹4,500/qtl)
- Per quintal → per tonne: multiply by 10 (₹3,200/qtl = ₹32,000/tonne)
Quick reference
| Per quintal | Per kg |
|---|---|
| ₹1,000 | ₹10 |
| ₹2,000 | ₹20 |
| ₹5,000 | ₹50 |
| ₹10,000 | ₹100 |
Wholesale vs what you pay in the shop
A per-kg figure derived from mandi rates is a wholesale price. Retail shop prices are typically 20–50% higher after transport, handling, wastage and margin — more for perishables like leafy vegetables, less for storable staples. Use the converted per-kg mandi rate as a floor, not the checkout price.
Frequently asked questions
How many kg in a quintal?
Exactly 100 kilograms. A quintal is also one-tenth of a metric tonne.
How do I convert quintal price to kg price?
Divide the per-quintal price by 100. For example, ₹2,750 per quintal is ₹27.50 per kg.
Why do mandis use quintals?
Wholesale agricultural trade moves in bulk, so a 100 kg unit keeps the numbers convenient and is the long-standing standard in APMC yards.