Checking the day's mandi numbers for 27 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,960 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,960
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 38.9% above the period average, sitting just 6.4% 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 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹5,900 (83.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹3,571. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Sainthia APMC on 27 Oct 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.