Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Papaya today.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Papaya about 2.4% above the period average, and just 36.3% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Thanesar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
That ₹750 (14.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Papaya prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,980. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Papaya today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Papaya was priced at this level in SMY Dharamshala APMC on 17 Oct 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.