In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 2.6% below the period average — just 14.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Khariar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (31.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹4,208. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Bitter Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To wrap up, Cherthala Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.