Major city · India
Madhupur
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Madhupur; one night in a guest house if you want market Friday or a relaxed stay.
Madhupur is a small town in Jharkhand known for its health‑resort reputation, Bengali sweets and a Friday market of Santhal crafts. With a railway stop and easy rickshaw rides, a day visit covers the main sights; add a night for market shopping.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun
- Airport
- IXR
- Nights
- 1 (optional)
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Madhupur112 ▾
- Police / General emergencies112
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Madhupur, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for traffic on rickshaw lanes and keep an eye on belongings at the busy Friday market.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / general emergencies (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportIXR Birsa Munda Airport (Ranchi, approx.
- Getting aroundCycle rickshaws and tongas are common; taxis and buses run from the station to nearby villages.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- IXR Birsa Munda Airport (Ranchi, approx. 150 km (93 mi) by road)IXR Birsa Munda Airport (Ranchi, approx. 93 mi (150 km) by road)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Feb
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
not flagged
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Aug
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Dec
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Dec (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Madhupur: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
4 rd
Feb
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
4 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Nov
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
4 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Cycle rickshaws and tongas are common; taxis and buses run from the station to nearby villages.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Deoghar
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 15 min
Train from Madhupur, about 57 km (35 mi), 1 hTrain from Madhupur, about 35 mi (57 km), 1 h
Major pilgrimage site, 57 km (35 mi) away.Major pilgrimage site, 35 mi (57 km) away.
Giridih
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Branch line from Madhupur, 32 km (20 mi), 45 minBranch line from Madhupur, 20 mi (32 km), 45 min
Scenic hills and waterfalls.
Bokulia Springs
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Local bus or taxi, 8 km (5 mi), 20 minLocal bus or taxi, 5 mi (8 km), 20 min
Picnic spot near Madhupur.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
West View Lodge
₹550 per person (2016 price, verify 2026 rates)
Bengal Motion Pictures Employees Union Holiday Home
Rooms ₹240–₹300, verify availability
Various guest houses (Rajbari, Munu, Balaji, etc.)
₹100–₹300 per night, basic amenities
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹300–₹600 (≈ US$4–7) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹600–₹1,200 (≈ US$7–14) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guest house room (shared)1 × 1 night × ₹240 | ₹240 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹350 | ₹350 |
| Madhupur–Deoghar train (round trip)1 × ₹200 · check | ₹200 |
| Rickshaw ride (5 km)1 × ₹50 · check | ₹50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹84 |
| Trip total≈ ₹924 per person per day, bed included | ₹924≈ US$11 |
Check current rates.
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Bengali sweet (chandrakala) | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Lassi (glass) | ₹20–₹35 (≈ under US$1) |
| Cycle rickshaw (5 km) | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Handicraft (small item) | ₹100–₹300 (≈ US$2–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Train schedules vary; confirm timings on Indian Railways website.
- Friday market can be crowded; keep valuables secure.
Emergency numbers
- Police / General emergencies
- 112
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Emergency
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Embassy
Indian consulates are in Kolkata and Delhi; US consulate in Kolkata (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Madhupur → Deoghar train: ≈₹200 one way, 1 h (check)
- Rickshaw 5 km: ≈₹40 (check)
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितना है? — How much is this? (yeh kitna hai?)
- बाजार कहाँ है? — Where is the market? (bazaar kahaan hai?)
- मुझे रिक्शा चाहिए — I need a rickshaw (mujhe riksha chahiye)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Madhupur. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Rail‑to‑guest‑house contract for Madhupur station.
- Cycle‑rickshaw routes mapped for market day.
- Link to Deoghar pilgrimage guide for extended stay.
Sources
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