In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Kottarakkara Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Kottarakkara Market APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 19.0% below the period average and just 32.3% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,750 (23.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Kottarakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹4,400 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,432. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bitter Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Kottarakkara 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.