Across the reporting yards on 12 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 15.0% below the period average, and just 31.3% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Chowmanu APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Pattazhy North VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khariar APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹4,500 (56.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,467. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
For Bitter Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 12 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.