Through Gonda to the Ghaghra
From Bahraich, the road heads south-east to Gonda, a busy district town and railway junction, then on to the Ghaghra, which it crosses into Ayodhya. At about 114 km, a household loaded in the morning is usually unloaded in Ayodhya by afternoon. Agree the expected arrival in writing, and check the pilgrim calendar before fixing a date.
Gonda on the way
Gonda is a large town with its own markets, colleges and railway colonies, and many families move here instead of Ayodhya. If yours is one, tell the mover. The road through Gonda can be slow at peak hours.
Pilgrim crowds in Ayodhya
Since the Ram temple opened, Ayodhya receives very large numbers of pilgrims, and on Ram Navami, Diwali's Deepotsav, the Kartik fairs and other festival days, roads into the city can be closed to heavy vehicles or packed for days. Ask the mover to check for restrictions and choose a quieter date.
Where in Ayodhya
The old temple town near the river has narrow lanes and visitor traffic, with restrictions around the temple area. The Faizabad side, with its cantonment, Civil Lines and older colonies, and the newer layouts and apartment projects growing along the highways, are easier for a truck. Give the exact address and a landmark.
Leaving Bahraich
Old-city homes near the dargah need goods carried to the truck; Civil Lines and colonies on the Gonda road are easiest for a southbound move. Avoid the Jeth mela weeks if you live in the old city.
The Ghaghra in flood
In heavy monsoons, the Ghaghra, called the Saryu at Ayodhya, rises and floods low land on both banks. Check the situation the day before a monsoon move and ask for waterproof wrapping.
Fog and heat
Fog in December and January can delay an early start. From about April to June, both ends are very hot and humid; load at first light and keep heat-sensitive things in your car.
October, November, February and March are usually the most comfortable months, apart from festival dates.
Jobs in a growing city
Ayodhya's growth has brought new hotels, offices, an airport and construction, and families move there for work, as well as for government and cantonment postings. If an employer is paying, ask what documents they need; every mover we work with provides a GST invoice.
Cantonment housing
The cantonment on the Faizabad side needs a vacating or allotment letter, an inspection and an entry pass for the truck. Share the details with the mover a few days ahead.
Packing
Ask for cartons packed tight, glass framed, brass and puja items wrapped individually, and mattresses and sofas wrapped against dust and rain.
Students
Students moving to Ayodhya's university and colleges usually need only a few-items move; check the hostel's dates first.
Settling in
In Ayodhya, ask about water timings and the power backup, and book internet as soon as you have the address. Our guide to address changes after moving lists the records to update.