Here's the 15 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹650 per quintal in Khandhla APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Khandhla APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Sponge Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Sponge Gourd is about 16.9% below the period average, sitting just 30.9% 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
This table ranks Sponge Gourd rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bolangir APMC Leader | ₹2,400 |
| 2 Malerkotla APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 3 Sendhwa(F&V) APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 4 Kotadwara APMC | ₹1,100 |
| 5 Khandhla APMC | ₹650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sponge Gourd.
A spread of ₹1,750 (269.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Sponge Gourd prices at Khandhla APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹940, with the average around ₹782. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 13 Aug | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 12 Aug | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 10 Aug | ₹740 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 07 Aug | ₹740 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 06 Aug | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 05 Aug | ₹760 | ₹700 | ₹730 |
| 04 Aug | ₹760 | ₹700 | ₹730 |
| 01 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 22 Jul | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 21 Jul | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 17 Jul | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 16 Jul | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 14 Jul | ₹880 | ₹800 | ₹840 |
| 10 Jul | ₹880 | ₹800 | ₹840 |
| 07 Jul | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 03 Jul | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 01 Jul | ₹940 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
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
Going to the top Sponge Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Sponge Gourd stood at Khandhla APMC on 15 Aug 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.