In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Kalyanpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pointed Gourd(Parval), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,100 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Pointed Gourd(Parval) today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Kalyanpur APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPointed Gourd(Parval) (Pointed gourd (Parval))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 73.2% above the period average — just 1.2% 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
Here's how Pointed Gourd(Parval) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyanpur APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Dhenkanal APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 3 Barpathari APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kesinga APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Biokhora APMC | ₹5,880 |
| 9 Jatni APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Boxonagar APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Sonamura APMC | ₹5,100 |
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 ₹3,000 (58.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pointed Gourd(Parval) prices at Kalyanpur APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹4,676. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Pointed Gourd(Parval) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pointed Gourd(Parval) found its strongest bid at Kalyanpur APMC on 17 Aug 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.