Major city · India
Goalparaগোয়ালপাৰা
Goalpara is a half-day stop for Sri Surya Pahar and the Brahmaputra riverfront, not a base. One night if you want to see Urpad Beel at dawn; otherwise pass through on the way to Bongaigaon or Dhubri.
Goalpara is a small town on the Brahmaputra in Lower Assam, known for the 9th-century Surya Pahar temple complex and the large Urpad Beel wetland. Most travellers use it as a brief stop between Guwahati and Bongaigaon or Dhubri. The town itself has limited accommodation and dining options, so plan accordingly.
More
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon, flooding possible)
- Airport
- GAU
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
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 Goalpara112 ▾
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 Goalpara, 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
- SafetyGoalpara is generally safe for tourists.
Show all 12 answers
- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 fire and ambulance (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.
- AirportGAU Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati) (About 140 km (87 mi), 3–4 h by road).GAU Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati) (About 87 mi (140 km), 3–4 h by road).
- Getting aroundAuto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws for short trips; taxis for Sri Surya Pahar (about 8 km (5 mi)).Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws for short trips; taxis for Sri Surya Pahar (about 5 mi (8 km)).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealChai at a roadside stall₹10–20 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedDormitory bed, a night, per person₹500 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedDouble room (basic lodge), a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedDouble room (basic lodge), a night, per room₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · Mid ₹3,000 (≈ US$35) · High ₹5,000 (≈ US$60)
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
- GAU Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati) (About 140 km (87 mi), 3–4 h by road)GAU Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati) (About 87 mi (140 km), 3–4 h by road)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Feb
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Jul (20 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Goalpara: next 7 days
Loading forecast…
Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
Loading…
Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2 rd
Feb
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
20 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
7 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3 rd
Dec
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2 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 and cycle-rickshaws for short trips; taxis for Sri Surya Pahar (about 8 km). Walking covers the small centre.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 1.5 h
Train or bus, about 1 h
Industrial town with a few temples; half-day trip.
Dhubri
goDoor to door: About 2.5 h
Bus or train, about 2 h
River town on the Brahmaputra; full-day trip.
Rangia
goDoor to door: About 1.5 h
Train, about 1 h
Small town with a historic mosque; half-day trip.
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.
Town centre near the station
Basic lodges and guesthouses; limited options, book ahead.
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
- ₹1,500–2,500 (≈ US$18–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,500–4,000 (≈ US$30–50) excl. bed
- High
- ₹4,000 (≈ US$50)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Dormitory bed1 × 1 night × ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| Auto-rickshaw from station to Sri Surya Pahar (return)1 × ₹600 · check | ₹600 |
| Meals for one day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)1 × ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹310 |
| Trip total≈ ₹3,410 per person per day, bed included | ₹3,410≈ US$40 |
2026 estimate in rupees; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Chai at a roadside stall | ₹10–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Thali meal | ₹100–200 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Auto-rickshaw ride (within town) | ₹50–100 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Train from Guwahati to Goalpara (general class)check | ₹50–100 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Monsoon flooding can disrupt road and rail access; check weather before travelling Jun–Sep.
- ATMs are scarce; carry enough cash for the day.
- Sri Surya Pahar has no food stalls; bring water and snacks.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
Pocket card
Fill in, then print or save as PDF
Stays in this browser only; nothing is sent anywhere.
Goalparaগোয়ালপাৰা
Pocket card · Voykit
My bed tonight
—
—
—
এই ঠিকানালৈ, অনুগ্ৰহ কৰিTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance112
Embassy
The nearest major consulates are in Kolkata. For emergencies, contact the Indian national emergency number 112.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Auto-rickshaw station → Sri Surya Pahar: about ₹300 (≈ US$4) one way (check)
- Train Goalpara → Bongaigaon: about ₹30–60 (≈ under US$1) general class (check)
Say or show
- নমস্কাৰ — Hello (nomoskar)
- ধন্যবাদ — Thank you (dhanyabad)
- কিমান? — How much? (kiman?)
- শৌচাগাৰ ক’ত? — Where is the toilet? (xoushagar kot?)
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 Goalpara. 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 Jun–Sep (monsoon, flooding possible) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Sri Surya Pahar and Urpad Beel with verified opening hours and entry fees.
- Eat pages with last orders and vegetarian options.
- Sleep pages with contact numbers and advance booking links.
- Transport pages with train and bus schedules from Guwahati.
Sources
Ask about Goalpara
Loading…
Was this useful?