In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. This is one of several Bitter Gourd rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 5.1% below the period average and just 22.5% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
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.
At ₹2,800 (36.4%), 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 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,163. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
The day's best Bitter Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) 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.