As the 13 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.6% above the period average and just 7.3% 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
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
That ₹1,750 (35.0%) 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 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,698. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
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
For Papaya, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Papaya rate on 13 Oct 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.