Across the reporting yards on 16 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Papaya markets.
01What Put Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Papaya about 13.7% above the period average, and just 17.7% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,450 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
That ₹750 (14.3%) 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 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,485. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
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
Selling Papaya well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Papaya at this level on 16 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.