In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Bitter Gourd yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 9.4% below the period average, and just 28.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
The ₹4,500 (56.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,516. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bitter Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 12 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.