Across the reporting yards on 31 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Kalpetta Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 0.8% above the period average, and just 3.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalpetta Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹4,750 (61.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kalpetta Market APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹3,100, with the average around ₹2,975. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalpetta Market APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.