With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Pala Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Bitter Gourd markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 37.1% above the period average and just 31.8% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
The ₹5,750 (74.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹5,471. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,200 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pala Market APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.