In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Shekhpura APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Bitter Gourd today.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,590
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 13.9% above the period average — just 2.5% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shekhpura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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 ₹3,500 (45.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Shekhpura APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹3,590, with the average around ₹3,072. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹3,590 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,520 | ₹3,380 | ₹3,460 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,510 | ₹3,365 | ₹3,410 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,460 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,470 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,380 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,440 | ₹3,285 | ₹3,360 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,265 | ₹3,340 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,430 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,340 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,370 | ₹3,225 | ₹3,310 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,310 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,160 | ₹3,240 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,265 | ₹3,130 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,275 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,210 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,145 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,198 | ₹3,075 | ₹3,145 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,185 | ₹3,045 | ₹3,110 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,165 | ₹3,030 | ₹3,095 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,155 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,085 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,085 | ₹2,990 | ₹3,040 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Shekhpura APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.