Across the reporting yards on 24 Sep 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Kotadwara APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kotadwara APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Sponge Gourd about 6.6% above the period average, and just 13.3% 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
The table below lines up Sponge Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kotadwara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Garjee APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 3 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 4 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Nawan Shahar(Subzi Mandi) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 PMY Kather Solan APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Bolangir APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Thanesar APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,200 |
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 ₹4,300 (195.5%) 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, Sponge Gourd prices at Kotadwara APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,220. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 06 Nov | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 31 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 30 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 27 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 23 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
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
When picking where to sell Sponge Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Kotadwara APMC reported Sponge Gourd at this level on 24 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.