In the price report dated 03 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. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Thondekai.
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
- Date03 Sep 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.
This puts Thondekai about 19.1% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Thondekai rates across active mandis for 03 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹1,250 (26.3%) 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 ₹5,038. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Thondekai, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Thondekai on 03 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.