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Mehsi
Visit the Mirza Halim Shah Dargah; industry visits need checking; a short walk to Bhimalpur forest fits a half‑day.
Mehsi is a small industrial town in Bihar’s Champaran region, known for its pearl‑button industry, the Mirza Halim Shah Dargah shrine and nearby litchi orchards. A few hours cover the main sights; overnight stay only if you need to catch a train.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid May–Sep (hot, monsoon)
- Airports
- PAT · DBR
- Nights
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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 Mehsi112 ▾
- Police / General emergency112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Mehsi, 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
- SafetyMehsi is generally peaceful; keep an eye on belongings in crowded markets and stay hydrated in hot weather.
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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 emergency (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.
- AirportPAT Patna Airport.
- Getting aroundAuto‑rickshaws are the main intra‑town transport; fares are low but agree price before boarding.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeTea/coffee at a local dhaba₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1)
- Street or quick mealStreet snack (samosa, chaat)₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedGuest‑house room (double), a night, per room₹1,200 (≈ US$14)
- Mid-range bedGuest‑house room (double), a night, per room₹1,800 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedGuest‑house room (double), a night, per room₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹800 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · High ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
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
- PAT Patna Airport · DBR Darbhanga Airport
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
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
not flagged
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
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Avoid
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: May–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Mehsi: 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)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
4 rd
Feb
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°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)
12 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Nov
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4 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
Auto‑rickshaws are the main intra‑town transport; fares are low but agree price before boarding. Walking is easy for markets and the dargah.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Muzaffarpur
goDoor to door: check
check
Larger market and rail hub.
Motihari
goDoor to door: check
check
Historic Champaran Satyagraha site.
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.
Basic local accommodation
availability and facilities check
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
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guest‑house room (double)1 × 1 night × ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| Patna → Mehsi train (second‑class)2 × ₹250 · check | ₹500 |
| Auto‑rickshaw ride (5 km)2 × ₹70 · check | ₹140 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × ₹800 · check | ₹1,600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹504 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,772 per person per day, bed included | ₹5,544≈ US$65 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Auto‑rickshaw (per km)agree fare before boarding | ₹15–₹20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Street snack (samosa, chaat) | ₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1) |
| Litchi (seasonal) | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) per kg |
| Tea/coffee at a local dhaba | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Agree auto‑rickshaw fare up front; drivers may overcharge tourists.
- Summer heat can be intense; carry water and sun protection.
- Accommodation options are limited; book ahead if staying overnight.
Emergency numbers
- Police / General emergency
- 112
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Emergency
- Police / General emergency112
Embassy
US consulate is in Patna; Indian foreign missions listed on the Ministry of External Affairs site.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Patna → Mehsi train (second class): about ₹250 (≈ US$3), 2 h (check)
- Auto‑rickshaw 5 km: about ₹70 (≈ under US$1) (check)
Say or show
- नमस्ते / माफ़ कीजिए — Hello / Excuse me (namaste / maaf kijiye)
- यह कितना है? — How much is this? (yeh kitna hai?)
- क्या कार्ड से भुगतान कर सकता हूँ? — Can I pay by card? (kya card se bhugtan kar sakta hoon?)
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 Mehsi. 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 May–Sep (hot, monsoon) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Patna for better train connections.
- Visit nearby litchi orchards in summer (May–June).
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Mehsi
- secondaryWikivoyage: Mehsi, revision 5326436 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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