Checking the day's mandi numbers for 15 Aug 2026, Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,750 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Papaya is about 12.3% above the period average — just 4.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Bhawanigarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 11 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹1,250 (27.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,121. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya found its strongest bid at Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.