Across the reporting yards on 24 Aug 2026, Pointed Gourd(Parval) was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pointed Gourd(Parval) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPointed Gourd(Parval) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Pointed Gourd(Parval) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 58.5% above the period average and just 25.0% 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 Pointed Gourd(Parval) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dhenkanal APMC Leader | ₹7,400 |
| 2 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Gopa APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Khariar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Gadarwara(F&V) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Manubazar APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Kulai APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Melaghar APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Birmaharajpur APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Mukhiguda APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC | ₹4,800 |
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.
That ₹2,600 (54.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pointed Gourd(Parval) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pointed Gourd(Parval) prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹3,407. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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 Pointed Gourd(Parval) 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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Melaghar APMC posted this Pointed Gourd(Parval) rate on 24 Aug 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.