Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹5,350 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Thondekai yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
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.
Today's rate is about 11.9% above the period average and just 4.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Thondekai rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Thondekai.
That ₹2,000 (36.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Thondekai fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
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
For Thondekai, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Thondekai traded at this rate in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.