Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Sonamura 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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 28.8% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 9 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
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 ₹3,700 (47.4%) 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 Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,823. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
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
When picking where to sell Bitter Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Sonamura APMC on 16 Oct 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.