In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bitter Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,250 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Bitter Gourd leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 19.9% below the period average and just 42.3% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kovilpatti(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 | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹3,750 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹19,500, with the average around ₹14,049. 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 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Bitter Gourd. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.