In the latest market update for 31 Aug 2026, Pointed Gourd(Parval) was quoted at ₹3,400 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPointed Gourd(Parval) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 1.8% below the period average — just 52.8% 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rayagada(Muniguda) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kesinga APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Kendrapara APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Manubazar APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Jaleswar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Birmaharajpur APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 9 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
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 ₹2,400 (49.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pointed Gourd(Parval) prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹3,464. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pointed Gourd(Parval) changed hands at this rate in Melaghar APMC on 31 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.