Kursakata, in Araria District of Bihar, is a small town close to the Indo - Nepal border. This town is situated 32 km north of Araria, the district headquarters.
Nearby towns include Sikti (10 km north-east), Forbesganj (17 km west) and Baturbari (8 km south). Kishanganj, famed for silk industry, is an interesting place to visit.
Nearest airport is at Patna. Forbesganj Railway Station, on the
Jogbani-Purnia railway line, serves this place.