In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.6% above the period average and just 15.6% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,400 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,213. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,350 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
The day's best Bitter Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.