Reading today's price tape for 04 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Khekda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 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.
At this level, Sponge Gourd is about 24.7% below the period average, sitting just 50.0% 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
The table below lines up Sponge Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 04 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khekda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Masli APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Narnaul APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Nawan Shahar(Subzi Mandi) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 PMY Una APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Sanwer(F&V) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Surat APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Ramnagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
The ₹2,500 (83.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Sponge Gourd prices at Khekda APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,461. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,230 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
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
Selling Sponge Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Sponge Gourd stood at Khekda APMC on 04 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.