Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Jul 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Jul 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 2.8% above the period average, and just 15.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 4 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Barpathari APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Banki APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(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.
At ₹7,000 (82.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,348. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
Before carting Bitter Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 28 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.