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SCM/Simhachalam (2 PFs)
सिम्हाचलम
సింహాచలం

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Nov 11 2023 (10:03)
Simhachalam Railway Station, located on National Highway 5, is a crucial transportation hub in Visakhapatnam District, Andhra Pradesh. It boasts two platforms and connects passengers to various destinations within the state and beyond. Known for its proximity to the renowned Simhachalam temple, a pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Narasimha, the station offers a vibrant atmosphere, bustling with devotees and travelers alike.

Tourism

Simhachalam Temple: A renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, a popular pilgrimage site.
Kanaka Durga Temple: A sacred temple on Indrakeeladri Hill, dedicated to Goddess Durga, offering panoramic views.
Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple: A revered temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, attracting devotees for its divine aura.
Iscon Temple: A modern and serene temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, offering a peaceful atmosphere for meditation and prayer.
St. Joseph's Cathedral: A majestic Catholic church, showcasing beautiful architecture and historical significance.

Food

Sri Venkateswara Grand: A popular vegetarian restaurant serving South Indian delicacies and thalis.
Anandaas: Offers a variety of vegetarian dishes, including North Indian and Chinese cuisines.
Sree Krishna Grand: A well-known vegetarian eatery serving traditional Andhra dishes and snacks.
Hotel Srinivas: Known for its tasty South Indian vegetarian breakfast and lunch options.
Udupi Garden: Provides a relaxed atmosphere and offers a range of vegetarian dishes and snacks.

Station Address

National Highway 5, Nad Junction, Gopalapatnam, Simhachalam, Visakhapatnam District, Pincode-530027
State: Andhra Pradesh

Elevation: 20 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-4
Zone: ECoR/East Coast   Division: Waltair


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Feb 19 2020 (13:42)   VSKP/Visakhapatnam Junction (8 PFs)
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Which of the fallowing stations are to be developed in Visakhapatnam as Second Terminus
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Anakapalle
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Thadi
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Duvvada
20%
8
Jaggayyapalem
5%
2
Gopalapatnam
0%
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Marripalem
39%
16
Simhachalam
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Simhachalam North
34%
14
Pendurti
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Kottavalasa
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Kantakapalle
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A new station in main line between Simhachalam and Jaggayyapalem
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Oct 09 2021 (11:11)   08515X/Kirandul - Visakhapatnam Special | ARK/Araku (2 PFs)
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A Perfect Example of Team Work.
This is how Indian Railways Functions...

We were travelling from Kirandul to Visakhapatnam on train number 08515 KRDL - VSKP Exp, as soon as we were about to reach Araku station; we saw a WAG9 Loco Coupled with a Beautiful Vistadome Coach in the rear.
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our Surprise that coach was meant for our train from Araku to Vizag.
Our train 08515 made it's scheduled Halt in the PF01 at ARK then we saw Guard, Loco Pilot & a Point's Man were discussing about amalgamation of Vistadome Coach to our train.
WAG9 Loco was slowly approaching our train with Vistadome Coach (in Reverse Shunting mode) our train Guard was continuously communicating with Loco Pilot of WAG9 Locomotive.
Mean while the points man was all set to Couple the Vistadome Coach with our train 08515.
These people are the real heroes of Indian Railways, who put thier relentless efforts to provide safe journey to the passengers on board by maintaining maximum safety protocols.

As soon as the Vistadome Coach was Coupled with our train, passenger who had reserved seats were allowed to board the Coach. Slowly the same point's man removed the coupling of WAG9 Loco with Vistadome Coach & our train Departed from Araku on time with the Vistadome Coach at the rear.

As soon as we departed Araku after sometime there was a heavy downpour which resulted in low MPS (Maximum Permissible Speed) of the train.
By the time we reached Borra Caves it was still raining but our Loco Pilots didn't give up this early & they slowly pulled the train through the long tunnels & bridges despite of the Rain.
Meanwhile the Ground Level Employees i.e The Gang Mans & Track Surveillance Team were continuously Monitoring the Railway Tracks in Heavy Rain, & passing the information swiftly to Enroute Stations so that our train can pass through the section and we passengers can safely reach our homes.

After getting down from high elevated areas the rain stopped & we reached the Main Line (Kottavalsa Jn) at around 19:50 which means we were delayed by more than 40mins.
Our train had to reach VSKP at 20:20 we had 40mins to reach our destination from KTV Jn. Our Path was cleared & our Loco Pilots accelerated the White Stallion VSKP WAP7 in full aggression.
Our train was hitting 110MPS from KTV to SCMN & we halted for 2mins at SCM Station, We were still delayed at SCM but Slack time saved our trains Punctuality.
08515 KRDL - VSKP Exp reached its final destination at 20:17 (3mins Before Time)
All thanks to the Operating Department of Indian Railways for making us reach our destinations safely on time.

Kudos to the Ground Level Unsung Heros Indian Railways....❤️❤️

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Sep 30 2021 (13:05)   02888/Vizag Steel Samta SF Special Fare Special | SCM/Simhachalam (2 PFs)
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Today we capture the oldest train SAMATA express from NZM to VSKP in SCM.
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Jan 22 2020 (13:47)   VSKP/Visakhapatnam Junction (8 PFs)
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Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approved that Visakhapatnam as Executive Capital of Andhra Pradesh. In future city may grow vastly. But for now Visakhapatnam has only one Railway Terminus. We have to Improve Infrastructure that will cater needs in future. We also need one more rail Terminus. However in present situation areas in North Vizag like Madhurawada,Zoo,Kapuluppada are not connected
Also It is anticipated that AP Secretariat will be at Madhurawada or Kapuluppada or Bheemili.
Hence my Idea is like this....
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Marripalem a new railway line should be built till Bheemili with fallowing stations
1. Dwarakanagar
2. Zoo
3. Madhurawada
4. Kapuluppada
5. Bheemili
(As shown in below figure)
All Important originating trains to major cities in Andhra Pradesh and India Should Start from Bheemili

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Oct 02 2020 (10:56)   08517X/Korba - Visakhapatnam Special | VZM/Vizianagaram Junction (5 PFs)
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Superb Video.👍
Flat Wheel MPS Run is always Soothing to Ears. Lucky are those who get to travel in that Coach :)

Flat wheel is a condition where the Rail carriage's round wheel shape gets dented. This denting occurs when the non-rotating wheels are dragged along the rails in conditions such as emergency braking, Slipping, and overload.
This phenomenon occurs in Passenger coaches as
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well as freight carriers.
When such a phenomenon arises, the wheels are inspected to identify the severity of the dent, if it is a minor cause, the wheels would be run for further service and will be corrected at the time of Periodic or Annual Over Haul.
If the dent is severe then the carriage is straight away sent to the workshop to replace the dented wheel with a new wheel set.

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