Reading today's price tape for 11 Aug 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Thondekai range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Thondekai Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Thondekai arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 Thondekai is about 3.5% below the period average — just 15.0% 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
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 11 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
The ₹2,250 (42.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,404. 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 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
Farmers comparing Thondekai rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Thondekai rate on 11 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.