Pulling together the 15 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Santir Bazar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Santir Bazar APMC on Top Today
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 47.3% above the period average — just 5.0% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹4,300 (52.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Santir Bazar APMC ranged between ₹4,600 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,450. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Santir Bazar APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 15 Oct 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.