Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in Aralamoodu Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 29.4% above the period average — right at 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(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 ₹3,500 (45.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Aralamoodu Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,725. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Bitter Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 wrap up, Aralamoodu Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 16 Aug 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.