Ghansor railway station
Ghansor railway station | |||||
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Ghansor Railway Station | |||||
| General information | |||||
| Other names | Ghansaur railway station or Ghansore railway station | ||||
| Location | Ghansor, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh India | ||||
| Coordinates | 22°39′22″N 79°57′16″E / 22.656021°N 79.954369°E | ||||
| System | Indian Railways station | ||||
| Operated by | Indian Railways | ||||
| Line | Jabalpur–Gondia line | ||||
| Platforms | 2 | ||||
| Tracks | Single electrified line | ||||
| Connections | Auto stand | ||||
| Construction | |||||
| Structure type | Standard (on-ground station) | ||||
| Parking | Yes | ||||
| Bicycle facilities | No | ||||
| Other information | |||||
| Status | Functioning | ||||
| Station code | GNS | ||||
| Fare zone | South East Central Railway | ||||
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Ghansor railway station (station code: GNS) serves the town of Ghansor in Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is part of the South East Central Railway zone under the Nagpur division and lies on the Jabalpur–Gondia line. The station mainly handles regional trains connecting nearby towns and cities.[1]
Location
Ghansor railway station is situated in Ghansor town, a tehsil headquarters in Seoni district. The station provides access to several nearby villages and serves as an important transport hub for the local population.[2]
Station details
| Feature | Details |
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| Station code | GNS |
| Location | Ghansor, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh |
| Zone / Division | South East Central Railway / Nagpur division |
| Platforms | 2 (ground-level) |
| Tracks | Single electrified line |
| Daily train halts | Approximately 12 |
| Main services | Passenger, MEMU, Mail/Express |
| Nearby stations | Binaiki(North) and Nidhani (south) |
| Connectivity | Jabalpur, Gondia, Rewa, Itwari (Nagpur) |
Train services
Several Passenger, MEMU, and Mail/Express trains stop at Ghansor station. Some of the key trains include:
- NSC Bose Itwari–Rewa Express (via Gondia and via Chhindwara)[3]
- Jabalpur–Nainpur Passenger (51705/51706/51703)[4]
- Jabalpur–Gondia Passenger (51707/51708)[4]
These services connect Ghansor to important regional centers such as Jabalpur, Gondia, Rewa, and Nagpur.
Facilities
The station has two platforms and offers basic amenities for passengers:
- Waiting areas: Covered seating and waiting rooms
- Tickets: Computerised reservation counters and on-site ticketing
- Food: Small stalls or kiosks selling snacks
- Sanitation: Drinking water and restrooms
- Other: Seating on platforms and parking area; auto-rickshaws and taxis are available outside
The station does not have escalators or lifts.
Accessibility
- By road: Ghansor is connected by State Highway 40 with regular bus services to nearby towns including Lakhnadon, Seoni, Jabalpur, and Mandla.
- By air: The closest airport is Jabalpur Airport, about 58–59 km away.
- Local transport: Auto-rickshaws, taxis, and cycle rickshaws are available at the station.
Cleanliness and safety
The station is generally clean and well-maintained. Proper Lighting and signage are available on the platforms. Basic security is provided by standard Railway Protection Force (RPF) patrols.[1]
Importance
Ghansor railway station plays a vital role in connecting the surrounding rural and tribal communities to larger cities. It also helps in the transport of agricultural products from the region. The station lies on the line connecting Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh to Gondia in Maharashtra.[2]
Nearby attractions
- Payli Rest House (Bargi Reservoir): Offers scenic views of the Bargi reservoir.[5]
- Mathghoghara Village (Shiva Cave Temple): Known for an ancient Shiva lingam cave temple, about 10 km west of Lakhnadon.[6]
- Pench Tiger Reserve: Wildlife sanctuary located south of Ghansor.[7]
- Local temples: Several small temples including Shiva and Hanuman temples in Ghansor town.
See also
References
- ^ a b Sharan, Prabhat. "Sarsi Railway Station Map/Atlas ECR/East Central Zone - Railway Enquiry". indiarailinfo.com.
- ^ a b "Tourist Places | District Seoni, Government of MadhyaPradesh | India".
- ^ "List of Indian railways train between stations - RailYatri". www.railyatri.in.
- ^ a b "COVID-19 Reserved Specials - Railway Enquiry". indiarailinfo.com.
- ^ "Bargi Dam – Tourism Information".
- ^ Mathghoghara Shiva Temple Information
- ^ Pench Tiger Reserve – Official Tourism Site