In today's crop-price rundown for 15 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Vamanapuram Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bitter Gourd today.
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 14.4% above the period average and just 21.4% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹4,300 (52.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Vamanapuram Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,808. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
The headline Bitter Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vamanapuram Market APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 15 Oct 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.