Here's the 02 Nov 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Chelakkara Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Nov 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
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.
Right now Onion is about 25.6% above the period average — just 21.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Nov 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹12,700 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Jampuijala APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
At ₹6,350 (87.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chelakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,697. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 31 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 28 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Chelakkara Market APMC on 02 Nov 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.