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AKRA/Akra (2 PFs)
आकड़ा
আকড়া

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Apr 22 2023 (20:46)
Akra Railway Station, located in Akra, South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, is a small station with two platforms. It offers basic amenities like a waiting room and a ticket counter. The station is known for its peaceful surroundings and is a popular stop for local commuters.

Tourism

Kalighat Kali Temple: A famous temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, located in Kolkata.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple: Another prominent temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, known for its beautiful architecture.
Belur Math: The headquarters of the Ramakrishna Mission, a prominent Hindu monastery.
Howrah Bridge: A historic bridge connecting Kolkata to Howrah, offering scenic views of the city.
Victoria Memorial: A grand marble building commemorating Queen Victoria, showcasing historical artifacts and art.

Food

Shanti Restaurant: Known for its delicious vegetarian thalis and snacks.
Akra Dhaba: Offers traditional North Indian vegetarian dishes and street food.
Sagar Restaurant: A popular vegetarian eatery with a wide variety of options.
Avani Restaurant: Serves vegetarian South Indian dishes like dosa, idli, and vada.
Green Bites: A fast-food joint specializing in vegetarian burgers, sandwiches, and wraps.

Station Address

Akra Station Road, Akra, Maheshtala, Dist - South 24 Parganas
State: West Bengal

Elevation: 8 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: SG-3
Zone: ER/Eastern   Division: Sealdah


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Number of Platforms: 2
Number of Halting Trains: 0
Number of Originating Trains: 0
Number of Terminating Trains: 0
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Rating: 1.6/5 (8 votes)
cleanliness - poor (1)
porters/escalators - poor (1)
food - poor (1)
transportation - good (1)
lodging - poor (1)
railfanning - poor (1)
sightseeing - poor (1)
safety - poor (1)

Station News

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Sep 04 2017 (16:20) Bengal: 19-year-old girl jumps from running train, catches smartphone thief | Kolkata News - Times of India (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
Crime/Accidents
ER/Eastern

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Sep 04 2017 (16:22)
Station Tag: Akra/AKRA added by IR no more Safe/496597
Stations:  Akra/AKRA  
KOLKATA: A first-year student of Bhowanipore Education Society College jumped from a running train and got hold of a thief who had snatched her smartphone at...
read full article... Bengal: 19-year-old girl jumps from running train, catches smartphone thief | Kolkata News - Times of India
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