Based on what the markets reported on 20 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Boxonagar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 11.1% above the period average, sitting just 22.5% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Boxonagar 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 | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (31.3%) 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 Boxonagar APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,579. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bitter Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Boxonagar APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.