In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹1,540 per quintal in Khandhla APMC. See where this sits in the day's Papaya range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹1,580
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,540
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Papaya about 12.3% below the period average, and just 23.8% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khandhla APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 4 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vellore 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.
At ₹1,500 (30.0%), 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 Khandhla APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,020, with the average around ₹1,756. 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 Aug | ₹1,580 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,540 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,580 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,540 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,610 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,605 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,610 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,605 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,620 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,610 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,620 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,610 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,620 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,610 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,640 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,620 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,640 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,620 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,640 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,620 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,680 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,640 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,720 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,710 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,740 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,720 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,740 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,720 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,740 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,720 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,740 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,720 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
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
Before carting Papaya to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Papaya was priced at this level in Khandhla APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.