In the price report dated 04 Nov 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Nov 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.5% below the period average and just 55.0% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 04 Nov 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Kullu APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 (18.2%) 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 Palampur APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹4,864. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Nov | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 31 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
When picking where to sell Papaya, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, SMY Palampur APMC posted this Papaya rate on 04 Nov 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.