Across the reporting yards on 20 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,900 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bitter Gourd today.
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
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₹8,100
- Lowest Price Today₹7,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
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.
Today's rate is about 26.5% above the period average and just 24.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Kottayam 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 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 5 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 6 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
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 ₹4,700 (60.3%) 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 Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹10,400, with the average around ₹6,245. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,100 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,100 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Kottayam Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.