Whether you are traveling, staying, working, or visiting family in Saharsa (Bihar), these apps and websites will help you with transport, food, hotels, maps, safety, payments, weather, health, and daily needs.
Here is a complete, practical, and detailed guide to the most useful local apps & websites for Saharsa. This list is designed so any tourist or new visitor will not need to search elsewhere.
1. Maps, Navigation & Location
Google Maps
Best for: Navigation, nearby places, ATMs, hospitals, restaurants, routes
Why useful in Saharsa:
- Works well even in small towns
- Shows railway station, bus stand, hospitals, banks, petrol pumps
- Offline map download available
Tip: Download Offline Map of Saharsa before travel in case of weak network.
2. Transport & Travel Apps
IRCTC Rail Connect
Best for: Train booking, PNR status, seat availability
- Saharsa is a major railway junction → trains are main transport
- Check live train status & delays
- Book Tatkal tickets
Where is My Train
Best for: Live train tracking without internet
- Works offline using GPS
- Very useful in rural & low-network areas
RedBus
Best for: Bus ticket booking (Saharsa → Patna, Darbhanga, Supaul, etc.)
- Shows private & government buses
- Seat selection available
Uber / Ola (Limited but sometimes available)
Best for: Cab booking (limited availability)
Alternative: Local auto & e-rickshaw (no app — hire locally)
3. Hotel & Stay Booking
MakeMyTrip
Best for: Hotels, guest houses, travel planning
- Compare hotel prices
- Reviews from real users
Booking.com
Best for: Verified hotel listings
- Budget to premium options
- Good for tourists visiting Saharsa first time
OYO
Best for: Budget hotels & quick booking
- Popular in small cities
- Affordable rooms
4. Food Delivery & Restaurants
Zomato (Limited Coverage)
Best for: Restaurant search, menus, reviews
- Shows best restaurants in Saharsa
- Helps find hygienic food
Swiggy (Limited but growing)
Best for: Food delivery in main town areas
Tip: In Saharsa, many local restaurants do phone-order delivery, so ask hotel staff or locals.
5. Digital Payments & Money
Google Pay (GPay)
Best for: UPI payments everywhere
- Works in shops, hotels, autos, restaurants
- Safe & instant
PhonePe
Best for: UPI + bill payments + recharge
Paytm
Best for: Wallet + UPI + ticket booking
Tip: Carry small cash also because some small shops may not accept digital payments.
6. Weather & Flood Updates (Important for Saharsa)
Saharsa is a flood-prone region, so weather apps are very important.
IMD Weather (India Meteorological Department)
Best for: Official weather alerts & flood warnings
AccuWeather
Best for: Hourly weather forecast
7. Health & Emergency Apps
Aarogya Setu
Best for: Health alerts & medical info
Practo
Best for: Finding doctors, clinics, medicines
112 India
Best for: Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance)
- Works anywhere in India
8. Local Services & Daily Needs
Justdial
Best for: Finding local shops, mechanics, electricians, doctors, pharmacies
- Works very well in small towns like Saharsa
IndiaMART
Best for: Local suppliers & services
9. Government & Travel Info Websites
IRCTC Website
Train bookings, schedules, cancellations
Bihar Government Portal
Local notices, travel updates, regional alerts
Incredible India (Tourism)
General travel tips & tourist safety
10. Language & Communication
Hindi is widely spoken in Saharsa. Use translation apps if needed.
Google Translate
Best for: English ↔ Hindi translation
- Camera translation available
Important Practical Tips for Visitors
Internet & SIM
- Jio & Airtel work best in Saharsa
- Download offline maps before travel
Transport
- Railway is main transport
- Autos & e-rickshaws easily available locally
Payments
- UPI widely accepted but carry some cash
Weather
- Check flood/weather alerts during monsoon
Safety
- Use 112 app for emergency
- Share live location when traveling at night
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