In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pointed Gourd(Parval), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,400 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pointed Gourd(Parval) Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPointed Gourd(Parval) (Other)
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.
Right now Pointed Gourd(Parval) is about 15.4% above the period average — just 6.7% 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 Pointed Gourd(Parval) rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC Leader | ₹8,400 |
| 2 Hindol APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Banki APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Naugarh APMC | ₹5,160 |
| 5 Navsari APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Padra APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Buxur APMC | ₹3,505 |
| 10 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Raxaul APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹2,800 |
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.
The ₹5,600 (200.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pointed Gourd(Parval) prices at Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC ranged between ₹6,200 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,280. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
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
When picking where to sell Pointed Gourd(Parval), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pointed Gourd(Parval) found its strongest bid at Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC on 17 Oct 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.