From today's trading desk on 21 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹1,210 per quintal in Khandhla APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,220
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,210
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 24.3% below the period average, sitting just 40.1% 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 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹6,100 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,400 |
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.
At ₹700 (13.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Khandhla APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,020, with the average around ₹1,599. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹1,220 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,220 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,220 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,240 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,220 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,260 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,230 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,325 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,360 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,330 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,340 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,320 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,380 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,340 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,380 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,340 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,410 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,405 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,410 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,405 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,420 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,410 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,420 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,410 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,420 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,410 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,420 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,410 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,440 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,420 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,460 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,430 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,480 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,440 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Papaya stood at Khandhla APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.