In the latest market update for 04 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Purulia APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Purulia APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Jul 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 17.4% below the period average, sitting just 37.1% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 04 Jul 2026, so you can see where Purulia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 (76.5%) 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 Purulia APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,663. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Purulia APMC on 04 Jul 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.