Across the Kosi plain
From Saharsa, the road heads east to Madhepura, then across the wide Kosi plain, with its embankments, channels and fertile fields of maize and paddy, to Purnia. At about 101 km, a household loaded in the morning usually reaches Purnia by early afternoon. Agree the expected arrival time in writing.
Embankments and channels
The road crosses the Kosi's wide flood plain, where embankments keep the main river in check but side channels still overflow in a strong monsoon. If you're moving between July and September, ask the crew to check the road reports the evening before and be ready to wait a day.
Madhepura's factory and university
Madhepura, roughly halfway, is a district town where a large electric-locomotive factory and a university have brought new jobs and housing. Some families settle there instead of Purnia; give the exact address if you're one of them.
Starting from the station side
Saharsa's bazaar around the station fills up early, so a dawn start helps the truck stand close to your door. Government quarters need a vacating inspection; book it a few days ahead.
Arriving from the west
The truck reaches Purnia's western colonies first. Line Bazar and the old market are busy and narrow; the areas near the university and the airport road are newer and more open. Send a map pin and a landmark.
Purnia's pull
As a divisional headquarters with a medical college, a university, a growing airport and big wholesale markets for maize and jute, Purnia draws families from across the Kosi belt. If an employer is paying, ask what documents they need; every mover we work with provides a GST invoice.
Choosing a season
April to June is hot and sticky across the Kosi plain, so start loading early. Winter fog is thick over the wetlands in December and January.
October after Chhath, November, February and March are usually the most comfortable months.
Busy dates
Chhath fills every pond and river bank, and Navratri at Mahishi's Ugratara temple draws crowds near Saharsa. Durga Puja and the wedding season keep crews busy.
Protecting goods in the wet
Ask for furniture to be raised on wooden blocks in the truck, mattresses and electronics sealed in plastic, and your documents carried in a waterproof bag.
College moves
Purnia's colleges and its medical college take students from Saharsa; a hostel room usually needs only a few-items move.
Families following jobs and markets
Purnia's wholesale markets and growing businesses draw traders and workers from Saharsa. Keep shop stock and ledgers off the household list unless they're moving too.
Purnia's old Line Bazar
Line Bazar, Purnia's medical and market hub, is crowded from morning to night. If your new home is near it, ask for an early arrival and expect a short carry.
Settling in
In Purnia, ask whether water comes from a borewell pump, check the inverter and book internet. Our guide to address changes after moving lists the records to update.