Inland through Ponnur
From Chirala, the road heads north-west through Ponnur, a busy market town, and across flat delta farmland of paddy, tobacco and cotton to Guntur. At about 64 km, a household loaded in the morning is usually unloaded by early afternoon. Agree the expected arrival time in writing.
Ponnur and Bapatla
Ponnur, about halfway, is known for its temples and market, and Bapatla, the new district headquarters, lies just north of Chirala. If your move ends in either, tell the mover.
Leaving Chirala
Homes in the weavers' lanes need goods carried to the truck, while colonies on the Guntur road are easiest. Railway quarters near the station need a vacating notice and an inspection.
Arriving from Ponnur
The Ponnur road enters Guntur from the south, near the colonies around the ring road and the medical college side. Kothapet's bazaars and the area around the station are packed in the mornings. Brodipet and Arundelpet are central and more open. Give the driver a map pin and the nearest landmark.
Tobacco and chillies
Guntur's tobacco board and chilli market yard make it a major agricultural trading city, and lorries crowd the market approaches from January to April. Ask for unloading away from market hours if your new home is nearby.
Why Chirala families move inland
Guntur's Government General Hospital, its medical and engineering colleges, the tobacco trade and the offices of the capital region all pull families inland from the coast. If an employer is paying, ask what documents they need; every mover we work with provides a GST invoice.
Delta weather
The delta is hot and humid from March to June, so start loading early. Cyclone rains between October and December can flood low stretches near Ponnur; ask for waterproof wrapping then.
December to February is usually the most comfortable window.
Flats near the ring road
Newer apartment buildings along Guntur's ring road usually set moving hours and ask for a lift booking. Call the society a few days ahead and pass the details to the crew.
Dates to avoid
Sankranti, Ugadi and Dasara bring crowds to both towns, and Mahashivratri at Kotappakonda fills the roads west of Guntur. Choose a quiet weekday.
Coaching in Guntur
Guntur is known for its coaching centres for engineering and medical entrance exams, and many Chirala students move there with just a few cartons; a few-items move suits them.
Tobacco and the board
Guntur hosts the Tobacco Board and many tobacco traders, and families from the coast move for jobs in the trade. Keep any trade stock off the household list.
Families with students in Guntur
Many Chirala families move to Guntur while a child attends coaching or college. A smaller flat may not take everything; decide in advance what stays behind.
Ponnur's temples
Ponnur, halfway, is known for its temples and a busy market. If your move ends there, give the exact address.
Settling in
In Guntur, find out the water timings and sump size, check the power backup and book internet. Our guide to address changes after moving lists the records to update, starting with your bank.