In the price report dated 21 Sep 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Khekda APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Sponge Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.1% below the period average and just 40.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sponge Gourd rates across active mandis for 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Narnaul APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Bolangir APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Narmadapuram (F&V) APMC | ₹2,640 |
| 10 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Kukshi(F&V) APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sponge Gourd.
That ₹3,700 (176.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sponge Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Khekda APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,355. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,740 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Khekda APMC posted this Sponge Gourd rate on 21 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.