As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Boxonagar APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 20.4% above the period average and just 16.3% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Khariar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹2,500 (31.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Boxonagar APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,566. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Boxonagar 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.