In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Shekhpura APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bottle Gourd yards.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,440
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
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.
Today's rate is about 17.2% above the period average and just 3.8% 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
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 Panvel APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
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.
That ₹2,450 (74.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bottle Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Shekhpura APMC ranged between ₹1,675 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,133. 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 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,530 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,530 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,480 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,420 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,425 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,330 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,380 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,285 | ₹2,340 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,270 | ₹2,345 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,255 | ₹2,310 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,295 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,275 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,255 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,295 | ₹2,185 | ₹2,235 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,245 | ₹2,140 | ₹2,195 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,235 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,165 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,245 | ₹2,115 | ₹2,180 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,175 | ₹2,085 | ₹2,135 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,185 | ₹2,055 | ₹2,115 |
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 Bottle 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shekhpura APMC posted this Bottle 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.