In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Vikasnagar APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 16.8% below the period average, sitting just 63.6% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
A spread of ₹3,250 (44.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹961. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Vikasnagar APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.