Here's the 27 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹4,489 per quintal in Khekda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Khekda APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,489
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 87.5% above the period average, sitting just 0.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹1,300 (20.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khekda APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,394. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,489 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,995 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,970 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,577 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,421 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,720 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,133 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,080 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,532 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,591 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Khekda APMC on 27 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.