Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. This is one of several Bitter Gourd rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 21.1% above the period average — just 20.2% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Punalur 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 | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
The ₹4,600 (58.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹5,533. 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 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,900 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,900 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 26 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bitter Gourd, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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, Punalur Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 20 Oct 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.