As fresh arrivals settled on 11 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 19.9% above the period average and just 13.6% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 11 Aug 2026, so you can see where Melaghar 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 | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Kannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Cuddalore(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.
A spread of ₹3,750 (50.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,100, with the average around ₹5,836. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
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
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
Net-net, Melaghar APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 11 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.