Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Pandalam Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 26.1% below the period average, sitting just 45.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Pandalam 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 | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
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 ₹4,600 (58.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Bitter Gourd prices at Pandalam Market APMC ranged between ₹4,400 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,956. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
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
For Bitter Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Pandalam Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.