As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 2.6% below the period average, and just 14.6% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
A spread of ₹3,500 (45.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹4,211. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bitter Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Cherthala Market APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.