In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹605 per quintal in Khandhla APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Sponge Gourd markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Khandhla APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹610
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹605
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
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.
At this level, Sponge Gourd is about 20.2% below the period average, sitting just 67.1% 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
Here's how Sponge Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Ahmedabad APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 SMY Nahan APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Sehore(F&V) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bolangir APMC | ₹3,000 |
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 ₹3,900 (130.0%) 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, Sponge Gourd prices at Khandhla APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,840, with the average around ₹758. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹604 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 16 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 13 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 12 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 23 Sep | ₹700 | ₹650 | ₹680 |
| 22 Sep | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 21 Sep | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 16 Sep | ₹740 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 11 Sep | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 10 Sep | ₹730 | ₹700 | ₹715 |
| 08 Sep | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 07 Sep | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,040 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,020 |
| 02 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 01 Sep | ₹620 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,840 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,820 |
| 25 Aug | ₹660 | ₹600 | ₹630 |
| 20 Aug | ₹660 | ₹600 | ₹630 |
| 19 Aug | ₹680 | ₹600 | ₹640 |
| 18 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Sponge Gourd stood at Khandhla APMC on 16 Oct 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.