Pulling together the 30 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Thondekai was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Thondekai is about 19.7% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,013. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
The day's best Thondekai rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Thondekai changed hands at this rate in Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 30 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.