Checking the day's mandi numbers for 15 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Purulia APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Purulia APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 27.7% above the period average, sitting just 2.9% 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 15 Aug 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 | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹2,850 (60.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Purulia APMC on 15 Aug 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.