Across the reporting yards on 08 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Papanasam(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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 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.
Today's rate is about 4.3% above the period average and just 14.3% 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 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chowmanu APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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 ₹4,750 (61.3%), 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 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,901. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,350 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 08 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Papanasam(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.