Sanchi railway station explained

Sanchi
Type:Indian Railways station
Style:Indian Railways
Address:Sanchi Town, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh
Country:India
Coordinates:23.4877°N 77.7359°W
Map Type:India#India Madhya Pradesh
Line:Agra–Bhopal section
Other:Auto stand
Elevation:427m (1,401feet)
Structure:Standard (on-ground station)
Platform:2
Tracks:4
Parking:No
Bicycle:No
Electrified:Yes
Owned:Indian Railways
Operator:West Central Railway
Status:Functioning

Sanchi railway station is a small railway station in Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. Its code is SCI. It serves Sanchi Town. The station consists of two platforms, neither well sheltered. It lacks many facilities including water and sanitation.[1] [2] [3] The station is located around 1.5 km away from UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sanchi stupas.

In October 2014, it was announced that Sanchi railway station will become a multi-functional complex and will be equipped with various amenities for travellers.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: SCI/Sanchi. India Rail Info.
  2. Web site: Sanchi (SCI): Passenger Amenities Details As on : 31/03/2018, Division : Bhopal. Raildrishti.
  3. Web site: SANCHI STATION . West Central Railway.
  4. Web site: Sanchi railway station to be a 'multi-functional complex'. Times of India.