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Date captured .- 14th February 2020
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COA/Kakinada Port (3 PFs)
Local Name: Cocanada
काकिनाड़ा पोर्ट
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Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Aug 13 (23:54) by guest
Kakinada Port railway station (COA) is located in the heart of Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, and is a bustling hub for local commuters and travelers alike. The station boasts 3 platforms and offers basic amenities like waiting rooms, restrooms, and refreshment stalls. The station's unique architectural style, featuring a blend of colonial and modern designs, draws the attention of many visitors.

Tourism

**Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple:** A renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, drawing devotees from across the region.
**Kakinada Port Mosque:** An important mosque with a rich history, offering a glimpse into the region's diverse cultural heritage.
**Sri Ramachandra Swamy Temple:** An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Rama, known for its intricate carvings and peaceful atmosphere.
**Kakinada Beach:** A popular tourist spot offering scenic views of the Bay of Bengal, perfect for relaxation and evening strolls.
**Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary:** A haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, offering a chance to see diverse bird species and mangrove forests.

Food

**Sri Venkateswara Grand:** Popular for its South Indian vegetarian thali and dosa varieties.
**Hotel Grand Kakinada Restaurant:** Offers a wide range of vegetarian dishes, including North Indian curries and snacks.
**Bawarchi:** Known for its delicious and affordable vegetarian biryani and chaat.
**Sree Balaji:** Serves a variety of vegetarian snacks and meals, perfect for a quick bite.
**The Curry Leaf:** Offers a fusion of vegetarian cuisine with international flavors.

Station Address

Tilak Street, Kondayya Palem, Kakinada, District - Kakinada. Pin - 533001.
State: Andhra Pradesh

Elevation: 4 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-4
Zone: SCR/South Central   Division: Vijayawada


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Rating: 3.0/5 (45 votes)
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Jun 07 (21:12)   17644/Kakinada Port - Chengalpattu Circar Express (PT) | COA/Kakinada Port (3 PFs)
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BZA (Vijayawada) WAP4 25037 with 17644 Kakinada Port (COA) - Chengalpattu (CGL)
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May 23 (21:01)   CHZ/Charlapalli (9 PFs)
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CHZ railway terminal works reached to its final stage inspection conducted GM Arun Jain
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May 26 (17:04)   COA/Kakinada Port (3 PFs)
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C&W kakinada Coaching depot (COA)

#Kakinada port ( COA) C&W depot Activities Started in the year 1966 With Gudur passenger

At present #Kakinada Coaching depot has
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been developed with major Sized depot with all Facilities in BZA division

At present #Kakinada coaching depot holding 262 CBC / LHB Coaches for primary Maintenance

1. Seshadri EXP 4 Rakes with 92 CBC Stock
2. Gouthami SF 2 Rakes with 44 LHB Stock
3. Cocanada SF/ TOD Special with 2 Rakes with 44 LHB Stock
4. COA- LTT EXP 1 Rake with 20 LHB Stock
5. COA- SNSI EXP 1 Rake with 20 LHB Stock
6.COA- BVC / SNSI 1 Rake with 20 LHB Stock
7. One Full length ( 22) CBC/ LHB rake available at Depot for Spare purpose

Note: Gouthami SF RSA with Devagiri EXP once confirmed means another 2 Rakes with 44 LHB Stock will be added into Depot & Holding Capacity will be increase 306 Coaches

Depot Organization :

The depot headed by ADME, SSE / C&W
Supported By 8 SSE For Rake Maintenance Sick line Activities & Linen Management

The depot holding 400 Regular employees & 150 Out sourcing Employees are working Round the clock

Freight :
This depot undertakes goods examination of various types, like Premium and End to end BPC on average 5 trains per day

Infrastructure : Many facilities are developed in this depot for effective maintenance of trains. There are Full length 3 Pit lines to Accommodate 24/ 22 Coaches facilitating examination of under gear of trains round the clock Automatic Coaching washing plant installed for Pitline 1 & 2


Pit line 1 Conventional design on Road - 9 ( 26/ 24 )
Pitline 2 Camtech Design on Road - 10 ( 26/24)
Pitline 3 RDSO Design on Road -11 ( 26/24)

As on date Coaching depot having 3 Stable lines 2 Stable lines are Under Construction.

Recently Yard remodelling & Automatic interlocking system, Electrification works for 3 pitlines works are going on

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May 24 (21:43)   COA/Kakinada Port (3 PFs)
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Kudos to #SCR & #BZA team Major up gradation works going brisk peace at #COA Depot

1. Two stabling lines with electrification works are final stage.

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Electrification works going for all pitlines Future VB Sets

3. Yard remodelling with Electronic interlocking for Electronic interlocking seperate building aslo construction completed.

4. Pit 1 Increase up to 26/ 24 Coacher length So all pitlines At COA depot handled 26/ 24 Coacher length

5. Automatic Coach Washing unit installation works going on at Pitline No 3

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May 06 (19:29)   12737/Gowthami SF Express (PT) | COA/Kakinada Port (3 PFs)
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GOWTHAMI EXP to run with dedicated rake with Existing CC Itself and the permission for 23 Coaches is been declined as of now
the reason for reduction of berths in SL is quota Adjustment to 10SL as the train got LHB before ARP, Now the quota is adjusted no further change is done the CC from june 5th is same as existing itself
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4-2A
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