The daily fruit market pulse in Karaikal reflects current harvest arrivals and regional demand shifts. Our dedicated team at the local wholesale markets has verified these rates as of 10 Mar 2026, providing reliable pricing for seasonal and exotic fruits for both traders and consumers.
Note: The percentage changes (▲/▼) indicate today's price movement compared to the 7-day market average in Puducherry.
| Fruits Name | Unit | Mandi Price (vs State Avg) |
Retail Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple washington | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 170 ▲ 3% | ₹ 196 - 221 |
| Apple Simla | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 130 ▼ 4.6% | ₹ 150 - 169 |
| Apple Green ( Smith ) | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 210 ▲ 6.3% | ₹ 242 - 273 |
| Apricot | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 160 ▼ 3% | ₹ 184 - 208 |
| Avocado (Butterfruit) | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 230 ▲ 10.8% | ₹ 265 - 299 |
| Banana Morris Kg | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 28 ▲ 2.8% | ₹ 32 - 36 |
| Banana Regular | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 44 ▼ 3.3% | ₹ 51 - 57 |
| Banana other | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 55 ▲ 6.8% | ₹ 63 - 72 |
| Cantaloupe (Musk melon) | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 28 ▲ 4.7% | ₹ 32 - 36 |
| Custard apple | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 60 ▲ 3.4% | ₹ 69 - 78 |
| Gooseberry, Indian | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 110 ▼ 3.3% | ₹ 127 - 143 |
| Grapes ( Black ) | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 110 ▼ 6.4% | ₹ 127 - 143 |
| Grapes ( Green ) | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 120 ▼ 3% | ₹ 138 - 156 |
| Guava | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 51 ▼ 1.4% | ₹ 59 - 66 |
| Jackfruit | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 90 ▲ 1.4% | ₹ 104 - 117 |
| Lychee | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 240 ▲ 6.7% | ₹ 276 - 312 |
| Mango, ripe | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 123 ▼ 3.7% | ₹ 141 - 160 |
| Mango, unripe | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 97 ▲ 1.6% | ₹ 112 - 126 |
| Orange | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 55 ▼ 5.2% | ₹ 63 - 72 |
| Orange Imported | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 77 ▼ 2.5% | ₹ 89 - 100 |
| Papaya | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 36 ▲ 2.1% | ₹ 41 - 47 |
| Pears | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 102 ▼ 0.5% | ₹ 117 - 133 |
| Pineapple | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 40 ▲ 18.5% | ₹ 46 - 52 |
| Pomegranate | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 130 ▲ 1% | ₹ 150 - 169 |
| Sapota (Sapodilla) | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 42 ▼ 1.8% | ₹ 48 - 55 |
| Sugar cane | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 21 ▼ 13.4% | ₹ 24 - 27 |
| Sweet lime | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 45 ▲ 2.9% | ₹ 52 - 59 |
| Watermelon | Kg / Pcs | ₹ 18 ▼ 6.5% | ₹ 21 - 23 |
The daily market price of fruits in Karaikal, Puducherry is listed above. Fruit market prices are influenced by factors such as stock levels, inflow, and market demand. There is no fixed price for fruits, and prices can vary between shopping malls, supermarkets, and retail shops based on factors like state, location, and availability.
Prices are available for various fruits, including Apple Washington, Apple Simla, Apple Green (Smith), Apricot, and Avocado (Butterfruit). You can also find prices for Indian fruits such as Banana Morris, Banana Regular, Cantaloupe (Musk Melon), Custard Apple, Gooseberry, Indian Grapes (Black), Indian Grapes (Green), Guava, Lychee, ripe Mango, unripe Mango, Orange, Imported Orange, Papaya, and Pears. Additionally, the fruit price list includes Pineapple, Pomegranate, Sapota (Sapodilla), Sugar Cane, Sweet Lime, and Watermelon.
In Karaikal, registered fruit market commissions, wholesale mandis, and committees. Fruit prices are set based on various criteria, including the inflow of fruits, quality, stock, demand, and more.
Ans: Fresh Simla Apples are trading at ₹130/kg in Karaikal. Retail market prices for quality apples range between ₹150 - ₹169.
Ans: The daily rate for regular Bananas in Karaikal is ₹44/kg. Depending on the vendor, retail rates are around ₹51 - ₹57.
Ans: Pomegranate is currently priced at ₹130/kg in the Karaikal wholesale market. High-quality export grade Anar may retail between ₹150 - ₹169.
Ans: Seedless varieties of Banana Morris Kg are available in Karaikal markets for approximately ₹32 - 36.
Ans: While Pears is available throughout the year, the best rates in Karaikal are found during the Puducherry harvest season.
Ans: Yes, saving on the retail markup of ₹242 - 273 makes bulk buying at ₹210 ideal.
Ans: The central agricultural market in Karaikal is the primary hub for Apricot, currently priced at ₹160/kg.
Verified by Bala, Market Expert