As the 26 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Thondekai.
01What Put Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Thondekai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 36.1% above the period average and just 35.0% 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 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 8 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Tiruthani(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 ₹1,500 (30.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹4,776. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Thondekai today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Thondekai. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.