Across the reporting yards on 23 Jul 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Jul 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
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 19.0% above the period average and just 1.8% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 23 Jul 2026, so you can see where Kottakkal Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Nutanbazar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹6,000 (70.6%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹4,706. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 22 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Jun | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Jun | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bitter Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kottakkal Market APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 23 Jul 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.