```json
{
"GenSumm": "Kottavalasa Junction (KTV) is a major railway station in Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. Located on the Araku-Visakhapatnam Road, it serves as a crucial junction connecting Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, and the Araku Valley. The station boasts 5 platforms, offering a range of amenities, including waiting rooms, refreshment stalls, and ticket booking counters. Passengers can enjoy the scenic beauty of the Eastern Ghats while waiting for their train.",
"RoadAccess": "Kottavalasa Junction is easily accessible by road. Auto-rickshaws and buses are readily available from the station to various parts of Kottavalasa and nearby towns. Private taxis and car rentals are also available for longer distances.",
"LodgeSumm": [
{
"name": "Hotel Grand View",
"description": "A budget-friendly hotel with clean and comfortable rooms."
},
{
"name": "Sai Residency",
... more... "description": "Offers basic amenities and a convenient location near the station."
},
{
"name": "The Residency",
"description": "A simple and affordable guesthouse with a friendly staff."
},
{
"name": "Hotel Green Park",
"description": "Provides budget-friendly accommodations with a restaurant."
},
{
"name": "Sri Venkateswara Lodge",
"description": "A no-frills option offering basic accommodation at affordable rates."
}
],
"VegSumm": [
{
"name": "Sri Venkateswara Grand",
"description": "Known for its delicious South Indian vegetarian thalis and snacks."
},
{
"name": "Hotel Sai Grand",
"description": "Offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes, including dosas, idlis, and curries."
},
{
"name": "Biryani Junction",
"description": "Specializes in vegetarian biryanis and other North Indian dishes."
},
{
"name": "Annapurna Restaurant",
"description": "A popular local eatery serving traditional Andhra vegetarian cuisine."
},
{
"name": "The Dosa House",
"description": "Famous for its crispy dosas, uttapams, and other South Indian favorites."
}
],
"NonVegSumm": [
{
"name": "Hotel Sree Krishna",
"description": "A local favorite serving delicious non-vegetarian curries and seafood."
},
{
"name": "The Grill House",
"description": "Offers a variety of grilled meats and fish dishes."
},
{
"name": "Seafood Paradise",
"description": "Specializes in fresh seafood dishes with a focus on local varieties."
},
{
"name": "Chicken Hut",
"description": "A budget-friendly restaurant serving chicken and mutton dishes."
},
{
"name": "The Meat Shop",
"description": "Offers a wide selection of non-vegetarian dishes, including biryani and curries."
}
],
"TempleSumm": [
{
"name": "Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple",
"description": "A prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara."
},
{
"name": "Kottavalasa Anjaneya Swamy Temple",
"description": "A revered temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman."
},
{
"name": "Visakhapatnam Beach",
"description": "A popular tourist destination with scenic views of the Bay of Bengal."
},
{
"name": "Araku Valley",
"description": "A picturesque valley known for its lush greenery and tribal culture."
},
{
"name": "Simhachalam Temple",
"description": "A historic temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, located near Visakhapatnam."
}
],
"SchoolSumm": [
{
"name": "Kottavalasa Zilla Parishad High School",
"description": "A government-run high school offering education from classes 6th to 10th."
},
{
"name": "Sri Venkateswara Junior College",
"description": "A private junior college offering higher secondary education."
},
{
"name": "Kottavalasa Government Hospital",
"description": "A government hospital providing basic healthcare services."
},
{
"name": "King George Hospital",
"description": "A major government hospital located in Visakhapatnam, offering comprehensive healthcare services."
},
{
"name": "Andhra University",
"description": "A renowned university located in Visakhapatnam, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs."
}
]
}
``` |
Station AddressJn. Point of KRPU/VZM/VSKP, Araku-Visakhapatnam Road, Kottavalasa, Vizianagaram District, Pincode-535183 State: Andhra Pradesh
Elevation: 56 m above sea level Type: Junction Category: n/aZone: ECoR/East Coast Division: Waltair
| Number of Platforms: 5 Number of Halting Trains: 42 Number of Originating Trains: 0 Number of Terminating Trains: 0 | Rating: 3.9/5 (8 votes) cleanliness - excellent (1) porters/escalators - average (1) transportation - excellent (1) railfanning - excellent (1) sightseeing - excellent (1) |