In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Pala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Little Gourd(Kundru), clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,400 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Little Gourd(Kundru) Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityLittle Gourd(Kundru) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.9% above the period average and just 36.0% 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
Here's how Little Gourd(Kundru) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹6,400 |
| 2 Pampady Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 4 Pune APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Bhusaval APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 RYTHU BAZAR FALAKNUMA APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 7 Saroornagar,RBZ APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 8 Vanasthalipuram,RBZ APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 9 Kukatpally,RBZ APMC | ₹2,300 |
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 ₹4,100 (178.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Little Gourd(Kundru) prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,987. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 26 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
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
Going to the top Little Gourd(Kundru) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Pala Market APMC set the pace for Little Gourd(Kundru). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.