Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Papaya was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Dehradoon APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Papaya is about 12.6% above the period average, sitting just 28.6% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dehradoon APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹750 (14.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Dehradoon APMC ranged between ₹1,150 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,776. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,250 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,450 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
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 day's best Papaya rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Papaya stood at Dehradoon APMC on 16 Oct 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.