Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Kallachi Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Bitter Gourd yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,700
- Lowest Price Today₹6,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 16.2% above the period average — just 4.4% 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 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹2,750 (35.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kallachi Market APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹5,596. 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 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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
Before carting Bitter Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kallachi 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.