With the 22 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,000 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 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₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.1% below the period average and just 31.8% 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 22 Sep 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Melaghar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,008 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Dimapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Pabiacherra APMC | ₹7,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,700 (34.6%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹6,601. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 22 Sep 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.