Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Kayamkulam Market APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,100
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 2.1% above the period average, sitting just 30.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kayamkulam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹6,000 (80.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,854. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,300 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,300 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,700 |
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
Selling Bitter Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Kayamkulam Market APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.