Checking the day's mandi numbers for 02 Sep 2026, Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Thondekai Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Thondekai is about 19.4% 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
The table below lines up Thondekai rates across the markets that reported on 02 Sep 2026, so you can see where Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Vadalur(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.
At ₹1,000 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Thondekai matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹5,026. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Thondekai found its strongest bid at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 02 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.