Based on what the markets reported on 21 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Sasthamkotta Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Sasthamkotta Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 8.0% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandalam Thekkekkara VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹10,100 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹1,850 (22.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Sasthamkotta Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,556. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Sasthamkotta Market APMC on 21 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.