In the price report dated 21 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹1,650 per quintal in Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 12.0% below the period average and just 31.3% 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 Bottle Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 3 Surat APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Perambra Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,250 (81.3%) 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, Bottle Gourd prices at Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,875. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
When picking where to sell Bottle Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Bottle Gourd rate on 21 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.