Reading today's price tape for 26 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
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 25.3% above the period average, sitting just 28.2% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Manubazar APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
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 ₹4,400 (54.3%) 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 Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹4,868. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Oct | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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 yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Cherthala Market APMC on 26 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.