Turning to the 24 Oct 2026 APMC board, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹3,650 per quintal in Shekhpura APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,725
- Lowest Price Today₹3,575
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 39.8% above the period average and just 2.0% 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
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 24 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattakada Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Damnagar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Broadway market Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 7 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Thamarassery Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Shekhpura APMC | ₹3,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bottle Gourd.
The ₹2,850 (78.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Shekhpura APMC ranged between ₹1,675 and ₹3,725, with the average around ₹2,611. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹3,725 | ₹3,575 | ₹3,650 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,560 | ₹3,620 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,620 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,527 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,504 | ₹3,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,610 | ₹3,485 | ₹3,540 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,610 | ₹3,470 | ₹3,540 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,454 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,437 | ₹3,520 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,620 | ₹3,408 | ₹3,540 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,520 | ₹3,393 | ₹3,445 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,520 | ₹3,380 | ₹3,440 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,365 | ₹3,410 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,180 | ₹3,063 | ₹3,110 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,230 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,140 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,180 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,090 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,110 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,040 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,125 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,930 | ₹3,040 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
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
When picking where to sell Bottle Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shekhpura APMC posted this Bottle Gourd rate on 24 Oct 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.