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Gold Rate in Waikhong Today

Waikhong, Kakching, Manipur

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Waikhong Gold Rates

Today's prices · 11 May 2026

22K Gold (916) ↓ ₹0
₹13,640.08
per gram
10 grams ₹136,401
100 grams ₹1,364,008
Yesterday ₹13,781.68
24K Gold (999)
₹14,890.93
per gram
10 grams ₹148,909
100 grams ₹1,489,093
Yesterday ₹15,045.43
18K Gold (750)
₹11,179.40
per gram
10 grams ₹111,794
Silver (999)
₹236.54
per gram
100 grams ₹23,654

Gold Rate by Weight in Waikhong

Today · 11 May 2026

Weight 24K (999) 22K ★ (916) 18K (750)
1 gram ₹14,891 ₹13,640 ₹11,179
2 grams ₹29,782 ₹27,280 ₹22,359
4 grams ₹59,564 ₹54,560 ₹44,718
5 grams ₹74,455 ₹68,200 ₹55,897
8 grams ₹119,127 ₹109,121 ₹89,435
10 grams ₹148,909 ₹136,401 ₹111,794
1 Tola (11.664 g) ₹173,685 ₹159,095 ₹130,394
20 grams ₹297,819 ₹272,802 ₹223,588
50 grams ₹744,547 ₹682,004 ₹558,970
1 Troy oz (31.1 g) ₹463,160 ₹424,254 ₹347,718
100 grams ₹1,489,093 ₹1,364,008 ₹1,117,940
1 kg ₹14,890,930 ₹13,640,080 ₹11,179,400
★ 22K (916 Hallmark) is the standard for jewellery in India. Prices are metal value only — making charges, GST (3%), and hallmarking fee are additional.

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10-Day Gold Rate History — Waikhong

22K & 24K daily rates

Date 24K / gram 22K / gram 22K / 10g
29 Apr 2026 Today ₹14,890.93 ₹13,640.08 ₹136,401
11 Apr 2026 ₹15,045.43 ₹13,781.68 ₹137,817
06 Apr 2026 ₹14,673.60 ₹13,441.04 ₹134,410
08 Mar 2026 ₹15,875.10 ₹14,541.60 ₹145,416
07 Mar 2026 ₹15,875.10 ₹14,541.60 ₹145,416
06 Mar 2026 ₹15,875.10 ₹14,541.60 ₹145,416
05 Mar 2026 ₹16,058.60 ₹14,709.70 ₹147,097
04 Mar 2026 ₹16,254.80 ₹14,889.40 ₹148,894
03 Mar 2026 ₹16,747.10 ₹15,340.30 ₹153,403
02 Mar 2026 ₹16,747.10 ₹15,340.30 ₹153,403

Monthly Gold Rate Summary — Waikhong

22K highest and lowest price each month

Apr 2026
High
₹13,782
Low
₹13,441
Mar 2026
High
₹15,340
Low
₹14,542
Feb 2026
High
₹14,587
Low
₹13,621

30-Day Gold Price Trend

22K gold rate movement in Waikhong

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About Gold Rate in Waikhong

Gold rate in Waikhong, Kakching, Manipur today is ₹13,640.08 per gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) gold and ₹14,890.93 per gram for 24K (999) gold. These rates are updated daily based on the official IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) rate, adjusted for local market conditions in Waikhong.

The price of gold in Waikhong may vary slightly from the national IBJA rate due to transportation costs from the nearest wholesale gold hub, local taxes, and jeweller margins. The actual price you pay at a jewellery store will be higher — jewellers add making charges (typically ₹200–₹800 per gram), 3% GST on the total, and a hallmarking fee of ₹45 per piece.

22K gold (916 hallmark) is the most popular choice for jewellery purchases in India including Waikhong because it is durable and affordable. 24K gold (999 purity) is preferred for investment in coins and bars as it has no alloy content. 18K gold is used for lightweight, modern jewellery designs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gold rate in Waikhong — common queries answered

Today's gold rate in Waikhong, Kakching is ₹13,640.08/gram for 22K (916 Hallmark) and ₹14,890.93/gram for 24K (999 purity). These rates are as of 11 May 2026.
10 grams of 22K gold in Waikhong costs ₹136,401 today. 10 grams of 24K gold costs ₹148,909. Note: actual purchase price will include making charges and 3% GST.
1 Tola equals 11.664 grams. At today's rate, 1 Tola of 22K gold in Waikhong costs ₹159,095 and 1 Tola of 24K gold costs ₹173,685.
1 Sovereign equals 8 grams. Today's price for 1 sovereign of 22K gold in Waikhong is ₹109,121.
The IBJA (India Bullion and Jewellers Association) publishes a national benchmark rate. Local rates in Waikhong vary by ₹1–₹15 per gram due to transportation costs from the nearest wholesale gold market, local demand, and supply chain logistics. Cities near wholesale hubs like Mumbai, Delhi, or Ahmedabad tend to have rates closer to the national benchmark.
22K gold (916 hallmark) is ideal for jewellery as it is more durable due to alloy content, and is the most common purity in Indian jewellery stores. 24K gold (999) is best for investment — coins and bars — because it has no alloy and retains value better. For daily-wear jewellery, 22K is the practical choice.
100 grams of 22K gold in Waikhong costs ₹1,364,008 today. 100 grams of 24K gold costs ₹1,489,093. These are metal values only; buying cost will be higher.
The gold rate across Kakching district follows the same base IBJA rate with minor tehsil-level adjustments. For the exact Kakching district rate, visit the Kakching gold rate page. Waikhong is one of the tehsils within Kakching district.

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Today vs Yesterday

22K Today ₹13,640.08
22K Yesterday ₹13,781.68
Change ₹-141.60

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Rates shown are indicative. Actual prices include making charges, GST and vary by jeweller.

Waikhong vs National Gold Rate Today

How the local rate is built up from the IBJA benchmark

Waikhong
₹13,640
per gram · 22K
Adjusted
Kakching Dist.
—
per gram · 22K
Manipur
—
per gram · 22K
India (IBJA)
₹13,839
per gram · 22K
Waikhong: ₹199
Nearest gold hub: Kolkata (604 km)
Location premium: +₹11.68/g vs IBJA

Gold Rate FAQ — Waikhong

Common questions about gold pricing in Waikhong

What is today's gold rate in Waikhong?
Today's 22K (916 hallmark) gold rate in Waikhong is ₹13,640 per gram. The 24K (999 purity) rate is ₹14,891/gram and 18K (750) is ₹11,179/gram. This rate is computed from the IBJA national benchmark adjusted for Waikhong's distance from Kolkata (604 km).
Why does gold cost less in Waikhong than the national rate?
Gold is physically transported from major bullion hubs (Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Surat) to retail outlets across India. Waikhong is 604 km from the nearest hub (Kolkata), so jewellers add a small location premium to cover transport, insurance, and local handling. The current location premium for Waikhong is +₹11.68 per gram over the IBJA benchmark. State-level taxes and association-set retail prices also create small variations between cities.
When is the best time to buy gold in Waikhong?
Two strategies — astrological and economic — guide gold buying in India. Astrologically, the next auspicious muhurat for Waikhong is Akshaya Tritiya on Sunday, 9 May 2027 (362 days away), with the local window between 06:59 – 14:20. Economically, IBJA publishes rates twice daily (AM and PM) — afternoon rates often differ from morning by ₹20–₹100/g. Avoid buying during festival peaks (Akshaya Tritiya, Dhanteras) when rates spike from demand. Gold tends to soften in March-April after wedding season ends and again in September before Navratri starts.
What are the GST and other taxes on gold in Waikhong?
Two GST components apply to every gold jewellery purchase across India, including Waikhong: 3% GST on the gold value (weight × today's rate) and 5% GST on the making charges. A typical 10-gram 22K piece at today's rate of ₹13,640/g works out to: gold ₹136,401 + making charges (typically 11–17% in Manipur) + 3% GST on gold + 5% GST on making. Since June 2021, hallmarking adds no extra cost — every BIS-certified piece must include the HUID stamp at no charge. Always insist on a GST-compliant tax invoice; without one, the purchase isn't legally protected and resale value drops.
How often do gold rates change in Waikhong?
The India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA) publishes official benchmark rates twice every working day — once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Most jewellers in Waikhong update their counter rates with the AM IBJA rate and hold it through the day. International gold prices in London or Comex can shift the IBJA AM-vs-PM by ₹50–₹200 per gram on volatile days. On weekends and bank holidays no fresh rate is published, so Friday's evening rate carries through to Monday morning. For Waikhong, the local rate also includes the location premium of +₹11.68/g — this stays stable for weeks unless the nearest hub's transport costs change.

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Today's All-In Price (per 10g)

Final out-of-pocket price for 10 grams in Waikhong including local making charges and GST:

Gold (22K, 10g) ₹136,401
Making @ 12% ₹16,368
GST (3% gold + 5% making) ₹4,910
Final price ₹157,679

Estimate only — your jeweller's actual making rate may differ. Always ask for an itemised bill.

Old Gold Exchange Rate

Today's likely buy-back rate per gram at Waikhong jewellers (before wastage and assay deductions):

22K (916) hallmarked ~₹13,094/g
18K (750) hallmarked ~₹10,724/g
14K (585) hallmarked ~₹8,367/g

Formula: today's 22K × purity factor × (1 − wastage). Most Waikhong jewellers deduct 2–8% as wastage. Non-hallmarked gold gets assayed first, often reducing the rate further.

HUID Verification

Every gold piece sold in Waikhong after June 2021 must carry a six-digit HUID. To verify any bill or piece:

  1. Download BIS Care app (Play Store / App Store, free)
  2. Tap "Verify HUID" inside the app
  3. Enter the six-digit code stamped on your jewellery
  4. Match jeweller name + purity + hallmarking date with your bill

If the BIS Care result differs from the jeweller you bought from, refuse the piece and report to BIS at 1800-11-4000.

About Waikhong

Kakching, Manipur

Waikhong is a tehsil in Kakching district, Manipur. The nearest major gold trading hub is Kolkata, approximately 604 km away, which results in local gold rates running about ₹11.68/g above the IBJA national benchmark. Waikhong uses STD code 06486.

STD Code
06486
Nearest Gold Hub
Kolkata · 604 km
Coordinates
24.4230°N, 93.9292°E
Gold Price Adjustment
+₹11.68/gram vs national

Upcoming Gold-Buying Muhurats — Waikhong

Auspicious dates with local timing (+46 min vs IST)

Akshaya Tritiya

362 days away

Sunday, 9 May 2027

The single most auspicious day of the Hindu calendar to buy gold. Wealth purchased today is believed to grow continuously.

Waikhong window
06:59 – 14:20
IST: 06:14 – 13:35 IST

Akshaya Tritiya

716 days away

Thursday, 27 April 2028

The single most auspicious day of the Hindu calendar to buy gold. Wealth purchased today is believed to grow continuously.

Waikhong window
06:39 – 13:09
IST: 05:54 – 12:24 IST

Dhanteras

180 days away

Saturday, 7 November 2026

The first day of Diwali — when buying gold, silver and utensils invokes Goddess Lakshmi's blessings. Largest single-day gold buying event in India.

Waikhong window
18:14 – 20:09
IST: 17:29 – 19:24 IST
Why timings differ from IST: Vedic muhurats are computed from local sunrise — so Waikhong's longitude shifts the auspicious window by roughly 46 minutes from the standard IST muhurat. Waikhong jewellers traditionally honour these local windows during festival sales.

Manipur Jewellery Market

State-level buying context for Waikhong shoppers

Tradition & Style

Manipuri Meitei brides wear understated, elegant gold paired with the iconic Potloi cylindrical wedding skirt. Pearl jewellery is culturally important — a legacy of trade through Bengal and Burma.

Typical Making Charges

11–17%

of gold value in Manipur

Preferred Purity

22K; pearl jewellery culturally significant

Peak Buying Seasons

Cheiraoba (Manipuri New Year, Apr), Yaoshang (Mar), wedding season

Major Gold Markets in Manipur

Imphal Bishnupur

BIS adoption: Moderate — Imphal urban adoption growing; rural areas use heritage pieces.