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How To Reach Sitamarhi, India

Road :
This place lays 10 – 12 kms away from Grand Trunk Road towards Ganga river side between Allahabad and Varanasi. From Allahabad, after Handia one has to take right and from Varanasi after Gopiganj one has to take left to reach Sitamarhi. Sign boards are there in abundance to know where one has to take the turn.

Railways :
The nearest railway stations are Bhadohi (40 kms) and Mirzapur (44 Kms)

Airways :
The nearest Airport is Allahabad airport (75 kms) and Varanasi airport (86 kms).

Sitamarhi Tourism Guide

Category Details
Location Sitamarhi, Bihar, India
Significance Birthplace of Goddess Sita, an important Hindu pilgrimage site
Main Attractions Janaki Temple, Haleshwar Sthan, Panth Pakar, Pupri
Best Time to Visit October to March (pleasant weather for sightseeing)
How to Reach By Air: Nearest airport is Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, Patna (approx. 140 km).
By Train: Sitamarhi Railway Station is well connected with major cities.
By Road: Well-connected by national highways to major cities like Patna and Muzaffarpur.
Accommodation Hotels, lodges, and guest houses available for different budgets
Local Cuisine Litti Chokha, Sattu Paratha, Thekua, traditional Bihari sweets
Nearby Places Vaishali, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Nepal border
Festivals Vivah Panchami, Ram Navami, Chhath Puja
Things to Do Temple visits, cultural tours, local shopping, historical exploration

How to Reach Sitamarhi

Transport Mode Details
By Air Nearest airport is Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna (140 km). From there, taxis and buses are available.
By Train Sitamarhi Railway Station is well connected with major cities like Delhi, Kolkata, and Patna.
By Road NH-77 and NH-104 connect Sitamarhi with Patna, Muzaffarpur, and other cities. Buses and taxis are available.
From Delhi Direct trains are available from Delhi to Sitamarhi. Flights to Patna followed by a taxi/bus ride is another option.
From Patna Buses, taxis, and trains are available from Patna to Sitamarhi, with a travel time of around 4-5 hours.
From Nepal Sitamarhi is close to the Nepal border, with road connectivity to Janakpur. Buses and taxis operate frequently.

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Sitamarhi At a Glance
  • Population: 3,419,622 m
  • Area : 2,185 sq.kms
  • Geo Location: East
  • Average Climate: 25°C - 30°C
  • Best time to visit:October - March
  • STD Code: 06226