Across the reporting yards on 31 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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 4.8% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) 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 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹4,500 (56.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹8,145. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Bitter Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 31 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.