Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Jul 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in vadakarapathy Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 18.8% above the period average — just 21.7% short of 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 16 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 4 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kattakada 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 ₹7,000 (87.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at vadakarapathy Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,955. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
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
Selling Bitter Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, vadakarapathy Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 16 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.