From today's trading desk on 12 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Omalloor Market APMC. This is one of several Bitter Gourd rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,900
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 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 52.6% below the period average — just 94.2% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Omalloor 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 | ₹12,250 |
| 2 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
The ₹4,050 (49.4%) 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 Omalloor Market APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹3,165. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
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
Going to the top Bitter Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Omalloor Market APMC on 12 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.