With the 02 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹500 per quintal in Khandwa APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 Onion about 17.4% below the period average, and just 80.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 02 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khandwa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,200 (27.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khandwa APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹605. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 19 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹665 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Khandwa APMC on 02 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.