In the price report dated 15 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.9% above the period average and just 17.6% 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 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Chowmanu APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
That ₹3,750 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹5,496. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,350 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,850 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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, Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 15 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.