In the price report dated 23 Oct 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Gauribidanur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Thondekai yards.
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.7% above the period average and just 14.3% 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
This table ranks Thondekai rates across active mandis for 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Naravarikuppam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (40.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Gauribidanur APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,864. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
The headline Thondekai rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gauribidanur APMC posted this Thondekai rate on 23 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.