Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,110 per quintal in Raikot 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₹3,110
- Lowest Price Today₹3,110
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,110
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Papaya is about 2.0% below the period average, sitting just 6.0% 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 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹5,900 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹900 (18.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Papaya prices at Raikot APMC ranged between ₹2,850 and ₹3,310, with the average around ₹3,172. 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 Aug | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,310 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,310 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,210 | ₹3,210 | ₹3,210 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,160 | ₹3,160 | ₹3,160 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,190 | ₹3,190 | ₹3,190 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,180 | ₹3,180 | ₹3,180 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
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 headline Papaya rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Papaya stood at Raikot APMC on 20 Aug 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.