Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 31.2% below the period average, sitting just 46.7% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹5,750 (85.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,653. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Kattappana Market APMC on 20 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.