What is the current average price of Colacasia in Kerala?

The average wholesale price of Colacasia in Kerala is currently ₹5,203 per quintal (₹52.03/kg). Prices vary depending on quality and location.

Where is the lowest price for Colacasia available?

Currently, the lowest recorded price for Colacasia is ₹1,000 per quintal in VELOORKKARA VFPCK Mandi. Rates depend on local supply and crop quality.

Where is the most expensive Colacasia being sold?

The highest market rate for Colacasia is recorded at ₹10,000 per quintal in Vadakkenchery Mandi.

How many markets are reporting Colacasia prices today?

We have received active price updates from 68 Mandis in Kerala today. The list includes both major trading hubs and local markets.

What factors influence Colacasia prices?

Key factors include daily arrivals (supply), seasonal demand, rainfall conditions in Kerala, and transportation costs. Festival seasons also typically see a rise in demand and prices.

Is it a good time to buy Colacasia?

If prices are trending below the average of ₹5,203, it might be a good time to buy. However, checking the 7-day trend in your local mandi is recommended before making bulk purchases.

How differs the retail price from the Mandi rate?

The Mandi rate is the wholesale auction price. Retail prices in shops are usually 20-30% higher to cover sorting, cleaning, transport, and retailer margins.

Which districts in Kerala have the best Colacasia rates?

Refer to the "District-wise Price Summary" table above to compare rates. Typically, districts with higher production volumes offer more competitive wholesale rates.

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Colacasia Mandi Prices Today in Kerala

Detailed market rates and daily fluctuations.

Commodity

State

District

Market

State Market Insights

Updated: 10 February 2026

In Kerala, the average wholesale price for Colacasia is currently ₹5,203/quintal.

District-wise analysis shows that Malappuram offers the most competitive rates (Avg: ₹3,579), whereas Thiruvananthapuram has higher average prices around ₹6,163.

Trading is active across 68 Mandis in the state, with prices ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹10,000.

Retail Price Estimate

Estimated Retail Price (per kg)

₹60 - ₹65/ kg

Estimated for Kerala based on state-wide wholesale averages.

State Wholesale Rate:₹52.03 / kg

Colacasia Prices in Kerala Districts

Compare Colacasia rates across districts of Kerala.

District	Markets	Min Price	Max Price	Avg Price
Malappuram	4	₹2,450	₹4,500	₹3,579
Thrissur	3	₹1,000	₹5,500	₹4,033
Pathanamthitta	3	₹2,500	₹5,800	₹4,422
Kozhikode(Calicut)	2	₹3,000	₹5,500	₹4,429
Ernakulam	7	₹2,800	₹7,000	₹4,637
Alappuzha	6	₹2,800	₹6,300	₹5,099
Palakkad	9	₹2,500	₹10,000	₹5,146
Kottayam	13	₹2,800	₹7,000	₹5,233
Kollam	6	₹2,800	₹7,700	₹6,019
Idukki	4	₹4,700	₹8,000	₹6,123
Thiruvananthapuram	8	₹4,000	₹8,500	₹6,163

Colacasia Prices List in Kerala

Recent market rates and arrivals.

Commodity	Market	District / State	Min (/quintal)	Max (/quintal)	Modal (/quintal)	Date
ColacasiaOther	Pampady	Kottayam, Kerala	₹5000	₹6000	₹5500	2026-02-10
ColacasiaColacasia	Chengannur	Alappuzha, Kerala	₹3000	₹3300	₹3200	2026-02-09
ColacasiaOther	Chengannur	Alappuzha, Kerala	₹4800	₹5100	₹5000	2026-02-09
ColacasiaOther	Harippad	Alappuzha, Kerala	₹5500	₹6000	₹5500	2026-02-09
ColacasiaOther	Perumbavoor	Ernakulam, Kerala	₹3300	₹4000	₹3600	2026-02-09
ColacasiaOther	Piravam	Ernakulam, Kerala	₹4000	₹6000	₹4500	2026-02-09
ColacasiaOther	Thrippunithura	Ernakulam, Kerala	₹4600	₹6000	₹4800	2026-02-09
ColacasiaColacasia	North Paravur	Ernakulam, Kerala	₹4000	₹5000	₹4500	2026-02-09
ColacasiaOther	Thodupuzha	Idukki, Kerala	₹6100	₹6300	₹6300	2026-02-09
ColacasiaColacasia	Munnar	Idukki, Kerala	₹7000	₹7000	₹7000	2026-02-09