In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹1,750 per quintal in Warangal APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Thondekai about 13.2% below the period average, and just 50.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (27.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Thondekai fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Warangal APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,017. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Thondekai was priced at this level in Warangal APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.