In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Bitter Gourd markets.
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 8.4% above the period average, and just 24.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹4,500 (56.3%) 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 Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,257. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sonamura APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.