Which pin codes does toptravelagencyingaya.com cover in Gaya District?

The directory covers ten verified India Post pin codes across Gaya District, Bihar: 823001 (Gaya HO), 823003 (Gaya Collectorate), 823004 (Gaya Airport), 824201 (Tekari), 824207 (Wazirganj), 824209 (Belaganj), 824231 (Bodhgaya SO — the Mahabodhi Temple UNESCO zone), 824233 (Bodhgaya Bazaar), 824234 (Magadh University) and 824236 (Bandhua). Listings are filtered by these pin codes to ensure agencies shown actually serve the queried locality.

What is the IATA code for Gaya Airport and which pin code does it fall under?

Gaya Airport's IATA code is GAY. It falls under India Post pin code 824234? — no, the airport's postal pin code is 823004 (Gaya Airport Sub Post Office). The airport operates seasonal international Buddhist-circuit flights from carriers such as Thai Airways, Druk Air and Myanmar National Airlines, primarily between October and March, in addition to domestic connections.

How does the directory verify a travel agency before listing it as 'Verified'?

An agency is marked 'Verified' only after its credentials are cross-referenced against three sources: (1) a valid trade licence from the Gaya Municipal Corporation, (2) empanelment or recognition from the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC) or the Department of Tourism, Government of Bihar, and (3) an active Google Business Profile with a verifiable address inside the listed pin code. Agencies that have not submitted documentation are labelled 'Unverified Local Provider' — never 'Verified'.

How is the Trust Score on each agency card calculated?

The Trust Score is computed as an automated objective ranking: 0.35 × Google Business Profile rating (normalised to 100), plus 0.25 × years in business (capped at 20 years = 100), plus 0.20 × verification level (Elite = 100, Verified = 80, Unverified = 40), plus 0.20 × review authenticity heuristic (0–100). The composite score is shown as a number out of 100. The formula is identical for every listing, so ranking order is objective and not paid-for.

What is Pind Daan and where is it performed in Gaya?

Pind Daan is the Hindu Shraddha rite in which offerings (pind) are made for the salvation of ancestors. In Gaya it is performed along the Falgu River and at the Vishnupad Temple (pin code 823001), concluding at the Akshayavat — the undecaying banyan inside the Vishnupad complex. The rites are conducted by hereditary Gayawal pandas. Many verified travel agencies on this directory coordinate Pind Daan logistics, including Falgu-bank taxi circuits and panda liaison.

What is the typical taxi fare from Gaya Airport to Bodhgaya?

Verified agency listings on this directory show a typical fare range of ₹900 (sedan) to ₹1,500 (Innova / SUV) for a one-way transfer from Gaya Airport (GAY, pin code 823004) to Bodhgaya (pin code 824231). The distance is approximately 17 km via NH-19 and the Bodhgaya bypass. Fares rise during the October–March Buddhist pilgrimage season; pre-booking is recommended.

Which heritage circuits can be booked from Gaya as outstation tours?

Common outstation circuits booked from Gaya include (a) the Rajgir–Nalanda day tour covering the Nalanda University ruins and Venuvana Vihar (₹3,500–₹4,600 per day), (b) the Gaya–Patna–Vaishali 3-day Buddhist circuit (₹12,500 per package) and (c) the Vikramshila heritage corridor near Bhagalpur. Each of these is listed on the directory's Tier 4 regional spokes under the pan-Bihar expansion roadmap.

Is the Mahabodhi Temple open for pilgrim darshan every day?

Yes. The Mahabodhi Temple at Bodhgaya (pin code 824231), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is open daily. Typical visiting hours are 05:00–21:00 with meditation periods in the early morning and around sunset. There is no entry fee for Indian pilgrims; a modest fee applies for international visitors and for camera use. The directory's Tier 3 spoke at /bodhgaya/mahabodhi-temple-cabs/ lists verified cab desks opposite the temple's West and North gates.

Are the agency phone numbers on this directory verified?

Yes. Every listed phone number is validated as an active Indian mobile or landline in the +91 (E.164) format and is cross-checked against the agency's Google Business Profile primary phone. WhatsApp-enabled numbers display a WhatsApp badge. The directory does not list personal or unattributed numbers.

When is the best time to visit Gaya and Bodhgaya for pilgrimage?

The primary pilgrimage season runs from October to March, when the weather is cooler and seasonal international flights operate into Gaya Airport (GAY). Pitripaksha Mela — the annual fortnight when Hindus converge on Gaya for Pind Daan — typically falls in September–October per the Hindu lunar calendar. Bodhgaya's peak Buddhist pilgrimage season is November–February. Pre-booking verified cabs 48 hours in advance is strongly recommended during both windows.

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Verified pilgrimage procedure docs, Buddhist circuit walkthroughs, and practical travel advice for Gaya, Bodhgaya and Bihar. Every article is independently composed using verified postal records, BSTDC documentation, and standard pilgrimage references.

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Two of Bihar's most important heritage sites — Rajgir (ancient capital of Magadha) and the Nalanda University ruins (UNESCO) — make a perfect one-day circuit from Gaya. Distances, fares, and what to see.

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