Across the Godavari
From Tadepalligudem, the highway runs east through Nidadavole or Kovvur to the Godavari, crosses one of the long bridges at Rajahmundry, and then heads south-east through Samalkot to Kakinada. At about 95 km, a household loaded in the morning usually reaches Kakinada by early afternoon.
The Rajahmundry bridges
The road and rail bridges over the Godavari at Rajahmundry are among the longest in India, and the approaches can be congested at peak hours and during festivals. An experienced crew times the crossing to avoid the rush.
Leaving Tadepalligudem
Homes near the market need goods carried to the truck, while colonies on the highway are easiest. NIT and university housing needs a vacating notice and an inspection.
Where in Kakinada
Arriving from Samalkot, the truck reaches the western colonies and the bypass first. The old town around the main market and the port is busy; Sarpavaram, Ramanayyapeta and the beach road areas are more open. Give the exact address and a landmark.
Port city jobs
Kakinada's port, fertiliser and gas industries, JNTU and hospitals draw many families from West Godavari. If an employer is paying, ask what documents they need; every mover we work with provides a GST invoice.
Cyclones and rain
The coast is exposed to cyclones between October and December. Postpone if a warning is issued, and ask for waterproof wrapping during the rains. Summers are hot and humid; load early.
December to February is usually the most comfortable window.
Samalkot and Peddapuram
Samalkot, a railway junction with a sugar factory and an old temple, and Peddapuram, known for its silk saris, are on the way. If your move ends in one of them, tell the mover.
Festivals
Sankranti, Ugadi, Dasara, Deepavali and the wedding season keep crews busy. Choose a date clear of these.
Kakinada apartments
Apartment buildings usually ask for notice, a moving window and a lift booking. Our guide to society NOCs and lift bookings explains what to ask for.
Students
Students moving to JNTU Kakinada or the city's colleges usually need only a few-items move; check the hostel's dates first.
Kovvur and the river towns
Depending on the bridge, the truck may pass Kovvur or Nidadavole before crossing the Godavari. If your move starts in one of these river towns, give the exact address.
Students between two campuses
NIT Tadepalligudem and JNTU Kakinada both draw students and faculty who sometimes move between them. A few-items move usually suits students.
Rajahmundry stopover
If you're moving to Rajahmundry rather than Kakinada, the drive is much shorter. Give the exact address so the mover plans the right route.
Peddapuram silk
Peddapuram, near Samalkot, is known for its silk saris. If you're moving silk, ask for it to be packed flat in clean, dry cartons, away from anything heavy.
Fertiliser and port townships
Kakinada's fertiliser plants and port have townships with their own gate rules. If you're moving into one, ask for the allotment letter and gate pass a few days ahead.
Settling in
In Kakinada, ask about water timings and the power backup, and book internet early. Our guide to address changes after moving lists the records to update.