With the 22 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Papaya was quoted at ₹1,550 per quintal in Railway Koduru APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
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₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.2% below the period average and just 22.5% 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 Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹800 (15.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Railway Koduru APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,618. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
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
The day's best Papaya rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Papaya traded at this rate in Railway Koduru APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.