As the 31 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 14.9% above the period average, and just 13.0% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Srivilliputhur(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 ₹5,000 (66.7%) 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 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,482. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
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
Before carting Bitter Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.