As fresh arrivals settled on 27 Aug 2026, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bitter Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,500 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 14.2% below the period average and just 41.0% 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 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Pampady Market 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.
A spread of ₹4,000 (53.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹19,500, with the average around ₹13,405. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Bitter Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 27 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.