In the price report dated 24 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Virudhunagar(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₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 14.5% below the period average, and just 34.4% 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 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(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 ₹1,600 (21.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,400 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,141. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,550 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.