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Pilikothi
Pilikothi, Varanasi
Pilikothi is a weaver area known for Banarasi silk work. Buyers can meet weavers and see designs being made.
Pilikothi is a weaver area for handloom and silk goods in Varanasi. You will mostly find banarasi silk, brocade. Most shops open around 10 or 11 AM, and the weekly off day varies by shop. Message us on WhatsApp to find the right shop.
| Market | Pilikothi |
|---|---|
| City | Varanasi |
| Address | Pilikothi, Varanasi |
| Main products | Banarasi Silk, Brocade |
| Best for | Boutiques & Dealers |
| Enquiries | Chat on WhatsApp |
About Pilikothi
Pilikothi is a weaver area known for Banarasi silk work. Buyers can meet weavers and see designs being made.
Where is Pilikothi?
Pilikothi is at Pilikothi, Varanasi. The old lanes are narrow, so walking or a cycle rickshaw works best. Varanasi Junction is the main railway station. Chowk Cloth Market, Godowlia Market, Lallapura are nearby as well, which makes it simple to check rates in more than one place. More markets are listed under Varanasi Textile Markets.
What you can buy at Pilikothi
Pilikothi is a weaving area. Families make sarees and fabric here, and you can often buy straight from the weaver. Typical products listed here: banarasi silk, brocade. For a look at current designs before you visit, see our wholesale sarees range.
What to check before you order
Look for even colour and tight, consistent patterns. Ask what the fabric is and how long a piece takes to weave. Ask each weaver for the minimum. Hand-woven pieces take time to make.
Who should buy at Pilikothi
It suits boutiques, designers and small retailers who value hand-made goods. Listed as best for: boutiques & dealers.
Planning your visit
Wedding season from November to February is the busiest. Summer is hot, and weaving slows down. Most shops open around 10 or 11 AM. The weekly off day differs from shop to shop, so confirm before you travel. Message us on WhatsApp with what you want to buy and your budget, and we will help you find a suitable shop.
What is sold at Pilikothi
Latest wholesale sarees from Surat
Here is what is new in our wholesale sarees range on The Ethnic World. Prices are the ones shown on the store page, and each item opens with its full details.
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Latest wholesale dress material from Surat
Here is what is new in our wholesale dress material range on The Ethnic World. Prices are the ones shown on the store page, and each item opens with its full details.
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Tips for buying at Pilikothi
- Check the weave at the back of the pallu and the border finish.
- Wedding season from November to February is the busiest. Summer is hot, and weaving slows down.
- Compare at least two shops before you place a large order, and keep their contact numbers for repeat orders.
- Message the shop on WhatsApp before you travel to confirm the design and stock.
Read more on our blog
- Different Types of Banarasi Sarees
- Types of Saree Different Indian Traditional Sarees
- What Material is Used to Make Banarasi Saree
Frequently asked questions about Pilikothi
Where is Pilikothi located?
Pilikothi is at Pilikothi, Varanasi. The old lanes are narrow, so walking or a cycle rickshaw works best.
What can I buy at Pilikothi?
The main products are banarasi silk, brocade. At Pilikothi, handloom and silk weaving is the main work. Weavers and small shops sell sarees, dupattas and fabric by the metre.
What are the timings of Pilikothi?
Most shops open around 10 or 11 AM. The weekly off day differs from shop to shop, so confirm on WhatsApp before you travel.
Can I buy a single piece at Pilikothi?
Ask each weaver for the minimum. Hand-woven pieces take time to make.
Who should buy from Pilikothi?
It suits boutiques, designers and small retailers who value hand-made goods. Listed as best for: boutiques & dealers.
Which markets are near Pilikothi?
Nearby markets include Chowk Cloth Market, Godowlia Market, Lallapura. Most buyers compare two or three of them in one trip.
What should I check before ordering from Pilikothi?
Ask what the fabric is and how long a piece takes to weave.
How can I get help finding a shop in Pilikothi?
Message us on WhatsApp with your product, quantity and budget. We will tell you which shop or area in Varanasi is likely to suit you.
Last updated: 8 October 2026