As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Vikasnagar APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
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 24.5% above the period average and just 45.5% 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 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vikasnagar 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 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(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 Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹964. 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 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹600 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vikasnagar APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 16 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.