Reading today's price tape for 09 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 4.0% above the period average, sitting just 14.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 09 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Nutanbazar APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
A spread of ₹3,000 (35.3%) 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 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,921. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 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 |
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
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 09 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.