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GRP/Gangpur (4 PFs)
गांगपुर
গাংপুর

Track: Quadruple Electric-Line

Gangpur Railway Station, located near Nirankari Colony in Gangpur, West Bengal, is a bustling hub with four platforms. It offers basic amenities like ticket counters, waiting rooms, and restrooms. The station is well-connected to other parts of the state and is a popular stop for travelers visiting the nearby historical temples and scenic landscapes.

Tourism

Kali Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Kali, known for its intricate carvings and spiritual significance.
Hanuman Temple: A revered temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, attracting devotees from far and wide.
Shiva Temple: A peaceful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its serene atmosphere and beautiful architecture.
Durga Temple: A vibrant temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, celebrating the victory of good over evil.
Jain Temple: A serene Jain temple known for its intricate carvings and peaceful environment.

Food

The Vegetarian Corner: A popular spot for traditional vegetarian meals and snacks.
Dhaba No. 1: A no-frills eatery serving delicious vegetarian thalis and curries.
The Spice Route: A restaurant specializing in flavorful vegetarian dishes with a modern twist.
The Chaatwala: A street food stall offering a variety of savory vegetarian chaat options.
The Sweet Stop: A dessert shop offering delicious sweets and snacks, including vegetarian options.

Station Address

near Nirankari Colony, Gangpur, Jotram, Pin- 713103, Dist - Purba Bardhaman
State: West Bengal
Elevation: n/a
Type: Regular   Category: n/a
Zone: ER/Eastern   Division: Howrah
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The stations (division-wise) of West Bengal which have been provided free internet service "only under latest project" of Ministry of Railways which aims to provide free WiFi in multiple stations are as follows
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🔘Howrah division
Adisaptagram, Agradwip, Bally, Bhandartikuri, Bolpur, Chandannagar, Chatra, Chuchura, Dainhat, Diara, Gangpur, Guptipara, Hooghly Ghat, Janai Road, Jirat, Jnandas Kandra, Konnagar Khamargachhi, Kirnahar, Labpur, Lakshmipur, Magra, Masagram, Nalikul, Patuli,...
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Purbasthali, Saktigarh, Singur, Shrirampur, Somrabazar, Swadinpur, Tribeni, Uttarpara
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🔘Sealdah division
Agarpara, Akra, Ashoknagar Road, Ballygunge, Bamangachhi, Barasat, Barrackpore, Basuldanga, B.B.D Bag, Beldanga, Belgharia, Bidhannagar Road, Birati, Dumdum, Gobardanga, Ichhapur, Jadabpur, Khardaha, Madhyamgram, Majhdia, Majerhat, Malatipur, Nangi, Piali, Princepghat, Rejinagar, Sangrampur, Shyamnagar, Sodepur, Sonarpur, Subhasgram, Thakurnagar, Titagarh, Ukilerhat
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🔘 #MetroRailwayKolkata (W.E.F 31.08.19)
Belgachia, Central, Esplanade, Gitanjali, Kalighat, Kavi Nazrul, Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, Masterda Surya Sen, Netaji, Park Street, Rabindra Sarobar, Sovabazar Sultanuti
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🔘Asansol division
Barabani, Dubrajpur, Panchra, Sonachara, Tapasi
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🔘Adra division
Bero, Garhbeta, Godapiasal, Indrabil, Joychandipahar, Piardoba, Salboni, Sirjam
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🔘Malda division
Chamagram, Gour Malda, Jamirghata, Khaltipur
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🔘Kharagpur division
Amta, Bakhrabad, Bankranayabaj, Bargachia, Bauria, Benapur, Bhogpur, Chengel, Domjur, Fuleswar, Gidhni, Hijli, Kolaghat, Kulgachia, Mecheda, Nalpur, Narayangarh, Nekurseni, Raghunathbari, Rajgoda, Sankrail
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🔘Ranchi division
ILLOO, Jhalida, Suisa, Tulin
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🔘Katihar division
Adina, Aluabari Road, Ambari Falakata, Bagdogra, Belakoba, Bhaluka Road, Buniadpur, Dumdangi, Eklakhi, Gaisal, Harischandrapur, Kumarganj, Malda Court, Mangurjan, Raninagar Jalpaiguri Jn., Samsi, Singhabad,
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🔘 Alipurduar division
Altagram, Bamanhat, Betgara, Binnaguri, Carron, Chalsa, Changrabandha, Dalgaon, Dhupguri, Dinhata, Dewanhat, Ghoksadanga, Gulma, Gumanihat, Jalpaiguri Road, Madarihat, Malbazar, Maynaguri Road, Nagrakata, New Changrabandha, New Mal, Sajerpar, Sivok
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**List shall be updated regularly**
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Poorva Express meets Malda Howrah Intercity over world's longest short brick viaduct...Baman Viaduct.

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made for passing the overflowed water of Banka river which was previously fed by Damodar's water branching off from Jamalpur. It has done a marvelous job to save the rail line at 1978 great flood.

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Nov 11 2020 (19:51)   HWH/Howrah Junction (23 PFs)
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6 Car EMU trains (Railway Staff Special),
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