In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Medinipur(West) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 20.8% below the period average, sitting just 38.5% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandalam Thekkekkara VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹10,100 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
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.
At ₹1,850 (22.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Medinipur(West) APMC ranged between ₹3,100 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹4,038. 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 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Medinipur(West) APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.