South Coast Railway Map

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Map Name	South Coast Railway Map
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Category	Geography
Related	Indian Railways

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The South Coast Railway (SCoR) is one of the newest zones of Indian Railways, with its headquarters in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It was formed to enhance railway services along the southeastern coastline of India, improving connectivity for passengers and freight movement.

Divisions of South Coast Railway:

SCoR consists of four major divisions:

1. Visakhapatnam Division – A crucial hub for passenger and freight trains.
2. Vijayawada Division – One of the busiest divisions, connecting southern and eastern India.
3. Guntakal Division – A key junction for trains moving towards western and southern India.
4. Guntur Division – Important for regional connectivity and goods transport.

Major Routes and Important Stations:

• Howrah–Chennai Route (via Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada)
• Visakhapatnam–Hyderabad Route
• Vijayawada–Tirupati–Chennai Route
• Guntakal–Bengaluru Route
• Visakhapatnam–Koraput–Jagdalpur Route

Key Stations in SCoR:

• Visakhapatnam Junction – Headquarters of SCoR and a major railway station.
• Vijayawada Junction – A significant transit station for southbound trains.
• Tirupati Station – A key pilgrimage destination.
• Guntur Junction – Important for freight and passenger traffic.
• Guntakal Junction – A vital link between southern and western railway zones.

Freight and Passenger Services:

• Major Freight Transport – Iron ore, coal, food grains, and petroleum products.
• Premium Trains – Rajdhani Express, Shatabdi Express, and Duronto Express.
• Mail/Express Trains – Connecting major cities and towns.
• Suburban and Regional Trains – Essential for daily commuters.

Why South Coast Railway is Important?

• Enhances railway infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
• Supports industrial and port connectivity along the southeastern coast.
• Plays a crucial role in passenger and freight mobility across the region.