Checking the day's mandi numbers for 31 Aug 2026, Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,250 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bottle Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bottle Gourd is about 21.6% above the period average, sitting just 15.0% 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
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,250 |
| 2 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 7 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Damnagar APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bottle Gourd.
That ₹1,150 (37.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,495. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bottle Gourd, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To sum up, Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Bottle Gourd on 31 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.