Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Aug 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Gauribidanur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Thondekai Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Thondekai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Thondekai is about 7.7% above the period average, sitting just 14.3% 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
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 12 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,350 |
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 ₹2,150 (40.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Thondekai fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Thondekai prices at Gauribidanur APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,785. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
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
Going to the top Thondekai market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Thondekai rate at Gauribidanur APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.