In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,050 per quintal in Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Papaya arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Papaya about 11.8% above the period average, and just 19.0% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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 ₹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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Papaya prices at Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,621. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Papaya was priced at this level in Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 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.