Reading today's price tape for 24 Sep 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
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
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.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 6.6% below the period average, sitting just 41.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
That ₹4,750 (70.4%) 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹19,500, with the average around ₹12,316. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Bitter Gourd on 24 Sep 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.