In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Kotadwara APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 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.
This puts Sponge Gourd about 2.6% below the period average, and just 20.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sponge Gourd rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Rampur APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Ramnagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Nawan Shahar(Subzi Mandi) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Manawar(F&V) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹2,500 |
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 ₹1,700 (68.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sponge Gourd 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, Sponge Gourd prices at Kotadwara APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,232. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
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
For Sponge Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Sponge Gourd was priced at this level in Kotadwara APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.