As the 13 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Papaya was quoted at ₹1,650 per quintal in Railway Koduru APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Papaya today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Papaya about 1.5% below the period average, and just 17.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹1,500 (30.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at Railway Koduru APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,675. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Papaya yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In a nutshell, Papaya was priced at this level in Railway Koduru APMC on 13 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.