Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Rajapalayam(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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 18.7% below the period average — just 46.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,500 (45.2%) 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 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹9,223. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bitter Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.