As fresh arrivals settled on 12 Oct 2026, Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Thondekai today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Thondekai Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Thondekai about 60.7% 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
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
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.
The ₹2,600 (48.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,977. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Thondekai on 12 Oct 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.