Pulling together the 21 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bitter Gourd today.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 1.0% below the period average — just 21.0% 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 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
That ₹5,500 (78.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,951. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
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
Farmers comparing Bitter Gourd rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 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.