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BRKA/Barkakana Junction (6 PFs)
बरकाकाना जंक्शन
بركاكانا جنکشن

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Sep 10 (18:29)
Barkakana Junction (BRKA) is a major railway station in the state of Jharkhand, India. Located in the town of Barkakana, it features 6 platforms and offers various amenities including waiting rooms, refreshment stalls, and a booking office. The station serves as a vital hub connecting the region to major cities like Ranchi and Patna, making it a popular stop for travelers and locals alike.

Tourism

Ramgarh Temple: A revered Hindu temple in nearby Ramgarh, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Barkakana Hanuman Temple: A local temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, known for its peaceful atmosphere.
Maa Kali Temple: A well-known temple in the area, dedicated to the goddess Kali.
Jain Temple: A serene Jain temple located in Barkakana, offering a quiet and spiritual experience.
The Church: A local church offering spiritual services and community gatherings.

Food

The Dhaba: A popular local eatery serving delicious vegetarian dishes and snacks.
Raju's Veg Corner: Offers a wide variety of vegetarian meals and snacks at reasonable prices.
The Vegetarian Delight: Known for its fresh and flavorful vegetarian fare.
Annapurna: A traditional Indian vegetarian restaurant serving authentic dishes.
Sai Snacks: Provides a range of tasty snacks and light meals for vegetarians.

Station Address

Jn. Point CRP/MURI/BRWD, Station Rd, Barkakana,PIN - 829102, Distt; Ramgarh,PH - 0653-255225
State: Jharkhand
Elevation: 337 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-4
Zone: ECR/East Central   Division: Dhanbad
BRKA/Barkakana Junction is in Recent News
Number of Platforms: 6
Number of Halting Trains: 34
Number of Originating Trains: 9
Number of Terminating Trains: 9
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Today (13:31) Train Operations Disrupted on Barkakana Route Due to Non-Interlocking Work
Entry# 6204441   
  Past Edits
Sep 29 2024 (13:31)
Station Tag: Jabalpur/JBP added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (13:31)
Station Tag: Dhanbad Junction/DHN added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (13:31)
Station Tag: Barkakana Junction/BRKA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (13:31)
Station Tag: Marwas Gram/MWJ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (13:31)
Station Tag: Joba/JOBA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
जबलपुर मंडल में नॉन इंटरलॉकिंग कार्य के कारण कई ट्रेनों के परिचालन में बदलाव

Due to non-interlocking work at Joba and Madwas Gram stations in Jabalpur Division, the operation of trains passing through the Barkakana route has been changed. Several trains have been cancelled and some have had their routes altered between September 28th and October 7th. Cancelled trains include 11651 Jabalpur-Singrauli Express (September 28th...
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- October 7th), 11652 Singrauli-Jabalpur Express (September 29th - October 8th), 22165 Bhopal-Singrauli Express (September 28th, October 1st, 2nd, and 5th), 22166 Singrauli-Bhopal Express (October 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 8th), 22167 Singrauli-Hazrat Nizamuddin Express (September 29th, October 2nd, and 6th), and 22168 Hazrat Nizamuddin-Singrauli Express (September 30th, October 3rd, and 7th). Trains with altered routes include 19608 Madar-Kolkata Express (September 30th), 19607 Kolkata-Madar Express (October 3rd), 18009 Santragachi-Ajmer Express (September 4th), 18010 Ajmer-Santragachi Express (September 29th and October 6th), 13025 Howrah-Bhopal Express (September 30th), 13026 Bhopal-Howrah Express (October 2nd), 19413 Ahmedabad-Kolkata Express (October 2nd), and 19414 Kolkata-Ahmedabad Express (September 28th and October 5th).

Jabalpur Division ke Joba aur Madwas Gram stations par non-interlocking kaam ki wajah se Barkakana route se guzarne wali trains ka operation badal diya gaya hai. 28 September se 7 October ke beech kai trains ko cancel kar diya gaya hai aur kuchh trains ke route bhi badal diye gaye hain....
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Cancel hone wali trains mein 11651 Jabalpur-Singrauli Express (28 September se 7 October), 11652 Singrauli-Jabalpur Express (29 September se 8 October), 22165 Bhopal-Singrauli Express (28 September, 1, 2 aur 5 October), 22166 Singrauli-Bhopal Express (1, 3, 4 aur 8 October), 22167 Singrauli-Hazrat Nizamuddin Express (29 September, 2 aur 6 October), aur 22168 Hazrat Nizamuddin-Singrauli Express (30 September, 3 aur 7 October) shamil hain. Route badalane wali trains mein 19608 Madar-Kolkata Express (30 September), 19607 Kolkata-Madar Express (3 October), 18009 Santragachi-Ajmer Express (4 October), 18010 Ajmer-Santragachi Express (29 September aur 6 October), 13025 Howrah-Bhopal Express (30 September), 13026 Bhopal-Howrah Express (2 October), 19413 Ahmedabad-Kolkata Express (2 October), aur 19414 Kolkata-Ahmedabad Express (28 September aur 5 October) shamil hain.
Today (08:07) Train Route Changes in Dhanbad due to New Katni-Singrauli Doubling Project
Entry# 6204251   
  Past Edits
Sep 29 2024 (08:07)
Station Tag: Jabalpur/JBP added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (08:07)
Station Tag: Marwas Gram/MWJ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (08:07)
Station Tag: Joba/JOBA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (08:07)
Station Tag: Singrauli/SGRL added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (08:07)
Station Tag: New Katni Junction/NKJ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (08:07)
Station Tag: Barkakana Junction/BRKA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (08:07)
Station Tag: Dhanbad Junction/DHN added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
बदले रूट से चलेंगी बरकाकाना होकर चलने वाली ट्रेनें

Due to the New Katni-Singrauli doubling project in the Jabalpur Division, track work (NI work) will be carried out at Joba and Madwas Gram stations. As a result, the routes of several trains passing through Dhanbad will be altered. The Madar-Kolkata Express (19608) departing from Madar on September 30th will take...
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an alternative route via Katni Murwara, Satna, Prayagraj Chheoki, DDU, Sonnagar, and Garhwa Road. This route will also be followed by the Kolkata-Madar Express (19607) departing from Kolkata on October 3rd, the Howrah-Bhopal Express (13025) departing from Howrah on September 30th, the Bhopal-Howrah Express (13026) departing from Bhopal on October 2nd, the Ahmedabad-Kolkata Express (19413) departing from Ahmedabad on October 2nd, and the Kolkata-Ahmedabad Express (19414) departing from Kolkata on September 28th and October 5th.

Jabalpur Division ke New Katni-Singrauli dohrkaran project ke wajah se, Joba aur Madwas Gram stations pe track work (NI work) kiya jaana hai. Is wajah se, Dhanbad se guzarne wali kai trains ke routes mein badlaav kiya gaya hai. 30 September ko Madar se chalne wali 19608 Madar-Kolkata Express, Katni Murwara,...
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Satna, Prayagraj Chheoki, DDU, Sonnagar, aur Garhwa Road ke raaste se chalegi. Is tarah, 3 October ko Kolkata se chalne wali 19607 Kolkata-Madar Express, 30 September ko Howrah se chalne wali 13025 Howrah-Bhopal Express, 2 October ko Bhopal se chalne wali 13026 Bhopal-Howrah Express, 2 October ko Ahmedabad se chalne wali 19413 Ahmedabad-Kolkata Express, aur 28 September aur 5 October ko Kolkata se chalne wali 19414 Kolkata-Ahmedabad Express bhi issi raaste se chalengi.
Yesterday (17:50) Loco Colony, Pochhra's Durga Puja: A Grand Spectacle with Odisha Temple-Inspired Pandal
Entry# 6203804   
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Sep 28 2024 (17:50)
Station Tag: Barkakana Junction/BRKA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
Stations:  Barkakana Junction/BRKA  
श्रद्धालुओं को लोको कॉलोनी में उड़ीसा के मंदिर का होगा दर्शन

The Durga Puja in Loco Colony, Pochhra, is renowned throughout the district for its grandeur and captivating electric decorations. This year, the Puja committee has prepared extensively to cater to the devotees' sentiments. The Puja pandal is modeled after the Odisha temple, adding to its magnificence. The event will feature spectacular...
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light and sound shows, performed by Bharat Sound, and knowledgeable priests will conduct the pujas. The idol of the Goddess is crafted by the renowned sculptor Narayan Pandit from Katras. The Durga Puja in Loco Colony began modestly in 1970 with a mere ₹2,000 budget, led by the Datta family. Currently, the puja costs around ₹7 lakh. Ashok Paswan, the general secretary of the Puja committee, emphasizes the unique experience this year, including the Odisha temple-inspired pandal and vibrant electric decorations, ensuring a deeply devotional experience for all visitors.

Loco Colony, Pochhra mein Durga Puja apni bhavyata aur aakarshak electric sajavat ke liye pure jile mein famous hai. Is saal bhi yaha ki Puja committee ne bhakt ke bhavnao ko dhyan mein rakhte hue zor shor se tayyari shuru kar di hai. Railway aur grameen kshetra ke beech sthit Loco...
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Colony ki Durga Puja committee ka prayas hai ki jo bhi shraddhalu darshan ko aaye ve bhaktimay hokar laut. Yaha Puja committee ke log pujan sthala Durga Mandap parisar ko le kar naynaabhiram electric sajavat, aakarshak puja pandal, daineek bhog samet any prasad vitran ke saath hi mata aur any devi devtao ke aakarshak pratimao ka nirman shuru kiya hai. Puja committee ke log prati din kary pragati ka report lekar poore shradha aur utsaah ke saath jute hue hai. Isse shraddhaluo ko yaha kuchh alag hatkar dekhne ko milega. Is saal yaha Durga Puja pandal Odisha Mandir ke praaroop ki hai. Puja pandal ki bhavyata aur bhi badh gayi hai. Light and sound show shaandaar hoga. Durga Puja ke dauraan char dino tak aisa pratit hota hai ki mano swarg dhara par utar aaya hai. Yaha light and sound ka shaandaar aagaz hota hai. Light and sound show Bharat Sound ki or se ki jaa rahi hai. Saath hi puja path ke liye vidwaan brahmana aate hai. Mata ki pratima murtikar Narayan Pandit Katras se ban kar aati hai. Loco Colony mein chhote star par Durga Puja 1970 mein rail adhikari Datta Family ke aguwai mein shuru kiya gaya tha. Us samay maatr 2 hazaar Rupaye se shuru ki gayi Durga Puja vartamaan samay 7 lakh Rupaye ke kharche tak ja pahuncha hai. Loco Colony ki Puja pure kshetra mein sabse adhik aakarshak ka kendra rahti hai. Is baar to shraddhalu ko Odisha ke prasiddh Mandir ke praaroop ka darshan karenge. Saath hi aakarshak electric sajavat shraddhaluo ko jeevant pratima shraddhaluo ko bhakti ras mein duboegi. Jiske tayyari jor shor se chal rahi hai.
Sep 27 (06:36) Food Safety Inspections at Dhanbad Station During 'Swachhta Hi Sewa-2024' Fortnight
Entry# 6202427   
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Sep 27 2024 (06:36)
Station Tag: Koderma Junction/KQR added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 27 2024 (06:36)
Station Tag: NSCB Junction Gomoh/GMO added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 27 2024 (06:36)
Station Tag: Barkakana Junction/BRKA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 27 2024 (06:36)
Station Tag: Dhanbad Junction/DHN added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
धनबाद स्टेशन पर फूड स्टॉलों का निरीक्षण

Food safety officers conducted inspections of food stalls at Dhanbad station on Thursday as part of the 'Swachhta Hi Sewa-2024' fortnight. They also inspected pantry cars of trains originating from Dhanbad. The officers instructed the food stall and pantry car staff to maintain hygiene. The 'Clean Food Day' was also celebrated...
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at other stations in the Dhanbad division, including Barkakana, Gomoh, and Koderma. Inspections were carried out to ensure compliance with clean food standards, and catering staff were made aware of the importance of adhering to hygiene standards.

Dhanbad station pe 'Swachhta Hi Sewa-2024' fortnight ke andar Food safety officers ne food stalls ka inspection kiya. Dhanbad se chalne wali trains ke pantry car ka bhi check kia gaya. Food stall aur pantry car staff ko hygiene rakhne ka instruction diya gaya. Barkakana, Gomoh aur Koderma stations pe...
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bhi 'Clean Food Day' celebrate kiya gaya. Food safety standards check kiya gaya and catering staff ko hygiene standards follow karne ka awareness diya gaya.
Sep 23 (23:32) Second Vande Bharat Express Train Welcomed with Fanfare in Barkakana
Entry# 6199783   
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Sep 23 2024 (23:32)
Station Tag: Patna Junction/PNBE added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 23 2024 (23:32)
Station Tag: Tatanagar Junction/TATA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 23 2024 (23:32)
Station Tag: Barkakana Junction/BRKA added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
पिछले 10 साल में भारतीय रेल ने तरक्की की नई इबारत लिखी : सांसद

The second Vande Bharat Express train passing through Barkakana, Jharkhand, was welcomed with much fanfare on Sunday. The Tata-Patna-Tata Vande Bharat train was greeted with cheers and traditional music when it arrived at Barkakana Junction. Local officials, including MP Manish Jaiswal, flagged off the train, highlighting its modern features...
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and benefits for passengers. The train, with its semi-high speed and modern amenities, will operate once a week, connecting the steel city of Tata with Patna, the capital of Bihar, via Barkakana. The train will depart Tata at 5:30 am on Sundays, reaching Barkakana at 8:30 am. After a brief stop, it will depart Barkakana at 8:35 am, reaching Patna at 3:55 pm. On Mondays, it will depart Patna at 1:20 pm, reach Barkakana at 8:50 pm, and then proceed to Tata, reaching there at 11:55 pm. The train features modern safety features and amenities, including food service. The event was attended by numerous local officials and residents who gathered to witness the train's arrival and take photos with it.

Barkakana se guzarne wali dusri Vande Bharat Express train ka Sunday ko dhol nagadon ke saath zoradaar swagat kiya gaya. Tata-Patna-Tata Vande Bharat train Barkakana junction pe pahunchi toh gaganbedhi naaron ke saath abhivadan kiya gaya. MP Manish Jaiswal aur other local officials ne train ko green flag dikhakar rwana kiya...
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aur uske modern features aur passengers ko hone wala fayda bataya. Yeh train, semi-high speed aur modern amenities ke saath, hafte mein ek din chalti hai, Tata se Patna tak, Barkakana se hoti hui. Train Sunday ko Tata se 5:30 am pe chalta hai, Barkakana 8:30 am pe pahunchta hai. Barkakana se yeh 8:35 am pe chalta hai aur Patna 3:55 pm pe pahunchta hai. Monday ko yeh Patna se 1:20 pm pe chalta hai, Barkakana 8:50 pm pe pahunchta hai, aur fir Tata 11:55 pm pe pahunchta hai. Train modern safety features aur amenities se ladda hai, jaise food service. Event mein kai local officials aur residents the, jo train ke aane ko dekhne aur uske saath photos lene aaye the.
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