In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Thondekai today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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 21.8% below the period average — just 45.7% short of 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹2,000 (36.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Thondekai fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,858. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
For Thondekai, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Thondekai rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.