In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Oct 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Thondekai today.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.8% above the period average and just 18.3% 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
The table below lines up Thondekai rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (40.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Thondekai matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,768. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Thondekai traded at this rate in Palacode(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.