In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Thondekai markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Thondekai is about 35.7% below the period average, sitting just 55.0% 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
This table ranks Thondekai rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Thondekai.
The ₹1,000 (20.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,497. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Thondekai yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Thondekai stood at Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 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.