Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Thondekai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Thondekai is about 10.3% below the period average — just 40.0% 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 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 A.Jattihalli(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.
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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,354. 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 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Thondekai rate on 20 Oct 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.