Pulling together the 21 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Purulia APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 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 51.5% above the period average, sitting just 1.8% 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 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
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 ₹3,750 (51.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Purulia APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,564. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹5,200 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,900 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,100 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,900 |
| 02 Nov | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,950 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
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
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 21 Sep 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.