In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Chikli(Khorgam) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Chikli(Khorgam) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
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 Bitter Gourd about 5.7% above the period average, and just 23.5% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,250 |
| 2 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹4,050 (49.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Chikli(Khorgam) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,250, with the average around ₹3,076. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,875 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,875 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,875 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,375 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,375 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
The headline Bitter Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Chikli(Khorgam) APMC on 12 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.