With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in North Paravur Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 34.3% above the period average and just 5.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹12,300 |
| 2 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Melaghar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Anchal VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹4,300 (53.8%) 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 North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,957. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
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
The headline Bitter Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in North Paravur Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.