Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Purulia APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 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.
Right now Onion is about 45.3% above the period average — just 12.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,000 (42.9%) 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 ₹3,304. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Purulia APMC on 12 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.