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GKP/Gorakhpur Junction (10 PFs)
गोरखपुर जंक्शन
گورکھپور جنکشن

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Updated: Mar 23 2023 (09:13) by RohitBiharSharif~
Gorakhpur Junction (GKP) is a major railway station in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. It is a bustling hub with 10 platforms, serving a large number of passengers daily. The station is well-equipped with amenities like waiting rooms, food stalls, and ATMs. Gorakhpur is renowned for its religious significance, hosting several temples and the famous Gorakhnath Temple.

Tourism

Gorakhnath Temple: A prominent Hindu temple dedicated to the Nath yogi Gorakhnath, a popular pilgrimage site.
Ramgarh Tal: A sacred lake associated with the Hindu epic Ramayana, attracting numerous pilgrims.
Bageshwarnath Temple: A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, attracting devotees from far and wide.
Gopal Mandir: A temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, known for its serene atmosphere and beautiful architecture.
Siddheshwar Nath Temple: A Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, attracting devotees seeking blessings and spiritual solace.

Food

Haldiram's: A popular chain offering a variety of vegetarian snacks and sweets.
Biryani Blues: Known for its delicious vegetarian biryani and other North Indian dishes.
Kailash Parbat: A renowned vegetarian restaurant serving a wide range of North Indian delicacies.
Annapurna: A vegetarian restaurant serving traditional Indian dishes, known for its flavorful curries and snacks.
Theobroma: A popular bakery offering a variety of breads, pastries, and sandwiches, also suitable for vegetarian preferences.

Station Address

Tel; Rly HQ 0551-2203140/Res. 2200507,2281323,Station Rd near Dharamshala, Gorakhpur 273012
State: Uttar Pradesh
Elevation: 84 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-2
Zone: NER/North Eastern   Division: Lucknow NER
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Number of Platforms: 10
Number of Halting Trains: 154
Number of Originating Trains: 69
Number of Terminating Trains: 68
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read full article... डोमिनगढ़ से खलीलाबाद तक थर्ड लाइन का सर्वे पूरा, डीपीआर बोर्ड के पास भेजा

The final Detailed Project Report (DPR) for a 34-kilometer third line between Domingarh and Khalilabad has been submitted to the Railway Board, costing an estimated 545 crores. The DPR's approval from the board will signal the commencement of construction. This project has been in the works after a successful Lidar survey,...
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which removed any hurdles in its path. The third line will facilitate smooth movement of freight trains, allowing passenger trains to bypass Cantt and Nakha stations. The Railway Board had already granted permission for the final location survey from Khalilabad to Baitalpura last year, leading to the allocation of funds for the survey. This third line will act as a freight corridor on the Barabanki-Gorakhpur-Chhapra route, improving both freight and passenger train operations. The government's 'Gati Shakti' initiative aims to accelerate railway development, ensuring timely completion of projects and enhanced passenger amenities.

Domingarh se Khalilabad tak 34 kilometer ki third line ke liye 545 crore rupees ka DPR Railway Board ko bhej diya gaya hai. Board se DPR pe approval milte hi kaam start ho jaayega. Yeh project Lidar survey ke successful hone ke baad aage badh raha hai. Third line se freight...
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trains ka movement aasaan ho jaayega, aur passenger trains Cantt aur Nakha station pe nahi rukenge. Railway Board ne Khalilabad se Baitalpura tak final location survey ki permission last year hi de di thi. Iske baad survey ke liye budget bhi allocate ho gaya tha. Yeh third line Barabanki-Gorakhpur-Chhapra route pe freight trains ke liye freight corridor ka kaam karega. Freight trains ke saath passenger trains ka operation bhi improve ho jaayega. 'Gati Shakti' initiative railway development ko boost karega, projects time pe complete honge aur passenger ko better facilities milegi.
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read full article... 22 से गोरखपुर-कोच्चुवेली और बरौनी-एर्णाकुलम निरस्त

Due to track maintenance on the Vijayawada-Balharshah route of South Central Railway, two train pairs passing through Lucknow have been canceled. These include the Gorakhpur-Kochuveli Raptisagar Express and the Barauni-Ernakulam Express. Several other trains have also had their routes changed. Trains 12511 Gorakhpur-Kochuveli Express and 12512 Kochuveli-Gorakhpur Express are canceled on...
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various dates between September 22nd and October 6th. Trains 12521 Barauni-Ernakulam Express and 12522 Ernakulam-Barauni Express are also canceled on specific dates in September and October. Additionally, several other trains including 12591 Gorakhpur-Yesvantpur, 12791 Secunderabad-Danapur, 12792 Danapur-Secunderabad, 15023 Gorakhpur-Yesvantpur, 12589 Gorakhpur-Secunderabad, 12511 Gorakhpur-Kochuveli Express will be operated on modified routes. Trains 02576 Gorakhpur-Hyderabad Special, 22534 Yesvantpur-Gorakhpur Express, and 05303 Gorakhpur-Mahbubnagar Special will face delays of varying duration.

South Central Railway ke Vijayawada-Balharshah route pe fourth line ka kaam hone ki wajah se Lucknow se jaane wali do train pairs cancel kar di gayi hain. Isme Gorakhpur se Kochuveli tak Raptisagar Express aur Barauni-Ernakulam Express shamil hain. Kai aur trains ka route bhi badal diya gaya hai. Train number...
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12511 Gorakhpur-Kochuveli Express aur 12512 Kochuveli-Gorakhpur Express 22 September se 6 October ke beech alag-alag dates pe cancel rahengi. Train number 12521 Barauni-Ernakulam Express aur 12522 Ernakulam-Barauni Express bhi September aur October mein specific dates pe cancel kar di gayi hain. Iske alawa, 12591 Gorakhpur-Yesvantpur, 12791 Secunderabad-Danapur, 12792 Danapur-Secunderabad, 15023 Gorakhpur-Yesvantpur, 12589 Gorakhpur-Secunderabad, 12511 Gorakhpur-Kochuveli Express jaisi aur trains ko badle hue route se chalaya jaayega. 02576 Gorakhpur-Hyderabad Special, 22534 Yesvantpur-Gorakhpur Express, aur 05303 Gorakhpur-Mahbubnagar Special trains ko alag-alag duration ki delay ka saamna karna padega.
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read full article... ट्रैकमैनों से कटवाया जा रहा घास, महामंत्री से की शिकायत

On Saturday, K.L. Gupta, General Secretary of the NE Railway Workers Union, visited trackmen working on track maintenance at the Cantt Cantonment. He inquired about their well-being and gathered information about the track. The trackmen informed him that workers in all units, including trackmen, welders, and keymen, are being made to...
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Saturday ko, NE Railway Workers Union ke General Secretary K.L. Gupta ne Cantt Cantonment pe track maintenance ka kaam kar rahe trackmen se milakar unke haal-chal pooche aur track ke baare mein jaankaari li. Trackmen ne unhe bataya ki sabhi units mein, trackmen, welders, keymen sabse track ke kinare, yard mein...
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