From today's trading desk on 16 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Gauribidanur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 13.4% below the period average — just 42.9% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 9 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
The ₹3,700 (47.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Gauribidanur APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,309. 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 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Gauribidanur APMC on 16 Oct 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.