Pulling together the 23 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bitter Gourd today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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 3.5% below the period average — just 27.5% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Thirurrangadi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Chennithala VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹2,300 (30.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Bitter Gourd prices at Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,011. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Going to the top Bitter Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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, Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 23 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.