Based on what the markets reported on 20 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 0.3% below the period average, sitting just 29.2% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
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 ₹4,600 (58.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,526. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bitter Gourd, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.