Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Santir Bazar 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 0.1% below the period average — just 25.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Adithyapuram VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (23.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Bitter Gourd prices at Santir Bazar APMC ranged between ₹4,600 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,009. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
The day's best Bitter Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Santir Bazar APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.