With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Thondekai was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Thondekai today.
01What Put Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Thondekai about 2.2% above the period average, and just 19.2% 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 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 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.
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 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,137. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Thondekai at this level on 28 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.