Pulling together the 14 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Thondekai board.
01What Put Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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.
Right now Thondekai is about 40.0% above the period average — just 12.5% 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
This table ranks Thondekai rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (27.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Thondekai matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 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 |
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
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
In short, Thondekai found its strongest bid at Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 14 Oct 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.