Khajoor Price in Pakistan Today (Dates Price per kg) | November 2026
The khajoor price in Pakistan (کھجور / dates price in Pakistan) today is about Rs. 295 – Rs. 435 per kg in the official Lahore rate list (3 November 2026). Irani khajoor is the most expensive at Rs. 415 – 435 per kg, Iraqi khajoor costs Rs. 325 – 340, and Pakistan’s own Aseel khajoor from Khairpur is the cheapest at Rs. 295 – 310 per kg. Premium Saudi varieties such as Ajwa and Medjool are sold separately in dry-fruit shops at much higher prices.
Dates Price in Pakistan Today (per kg)
| Variety / grade | Grade A (اول) | Grade B (دوم) |
|---|---|---|
| Irani khajoor | Rs. 435 | Rs. 415 |
| Iraqi khajoor | Rs. 340 | Rs. 325 |
| Aseel khajoor (Khairpur, Sindh) | Rs. 310 | Rs. 295 |
Source: Official retail rate list, Market Committee Lahore / Food Safety and Consumer Protection Department, 3 November 2026 (price per kg). Prices in other cities are usually within 10–20% of Lahore rates.
In wholesale, AMIS Lahore quoted Aseel dates at about Rs. 288 per kg and Irani dates at about Rs. 405 per kg in early November 2026. Demand – and prices – rise sharply before Ramazan, when khajoor is used for iftar.
Popular Khajoor Varieties in Pakistan
- Aseel – the main Pakistani variety from Khairpur (Sindh); soft, sweet and used for chhuhara (dried dates).
- Dhakki – large dates from Dera Ismail Khan, popular as a premium Pakistani variety.
- Begum Jangi – from Turbat/Panjgur in Balochistan.
- Irani and Iraqi – imported soft dates sold loose in most bazaars.
- Ajwa, Medjool, Sukkari, Mabroom – premium Saudi and Middle Eastern varieties, sold in boxes.
Khajoor Season in Pakistan
Pakistan is one of the world’s largest date producers. Fresh dates are harvested from July to September in Khairpur and Sukkur (Sindh), Dera Ismail Khan (KP), Jhang and Muzaffargarh (Punjab), and Turbat and Panjgur (Balochistan). Much of the Sindh crop is boiled and dried into chhuhara and exported. Outside the season, shops sell stored and imported dates.
Benefits of Eating Khajoor
- Quick natural energy – ideal for iftar and after exercise.
- Rich in fibre, potassium and iron.
- Used in sweets, milkshakes, halwa and as a sugar substitute.
- Chhuhara is used in winter and in traditional wedding customs.
Tips for Buying Dates
- Choose plump, shiny dates without crystals or a sour smell.
- Loose dates are cheaper; packed dates are cleaner and keep longer.
- Buy before Ramazan begins, when prices usually rise.
- Store in an airtight jar; keep soft dates in the fridge.
Khajoor Price – FAQs
What is the khajoor price in Pakistan today?
About Rs. 295 – Rs. 435 per kg in the Lahore official rate list (3 November 2026): Aseel Rs. 295 – 310, Iraqi Rs. 325 – 340 and Irani Rs. 415 – 435.
What is the price of 1 kg dates in Pakistan?
Between Rs. 295 and Rs. 435 depending on the variety; premium Ajwa and Medjool cost much more.
Which khajoor is best in Pakistan?
Aseel (Khairpur) and Dhakki (D.I. Khan) are the best-known Pakistani varieties.
When is khajoor season in Pakistan?
July to September.
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