Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 8.7% below the period average and just 31.8% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Chowmanu APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Pattazhy North VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Khariar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Jaleswar APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹4,500 (56.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹6,572. 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 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,400 |
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
Selling Bitter Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 12 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.