Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Rajampet APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Papaya yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Papaya is about 5.1% below the period average, sitting just 11.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
That ₹1,000 (20.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Rajampet APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,580. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
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 Papaya 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Papaya rate at Rajampet APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.