Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,100 per quintal in Boxonagar APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Bitter Gourd markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 29.0% above the period average and just 11.3% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹12,300 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Melaghar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
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 ₹4,700 (61.8%) 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 Boxonagar APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,504. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Boxonagar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.