In the mandi rate roundup for 14 Oct 2026, Little Gourd(Kundru) was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Little Gourd(Kundru) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityLittle Gourd(Kundru) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Little Gourd(Kundru) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.4% below the period average and just 33.8% 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 Little Gourd(Kundru) rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 5 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 6 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Navsari APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Pampady Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Khariar Road APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,950 (68.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Little Gourd(Kundru) prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,451. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
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
For Little Gourd(Kundru), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Cherthala Market APMC posted this Little Gourd(Kundru) rate on 14 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.