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KIK/Karaikal (3 PFs)
कारैक्काल
காரைக்கால்

Track: Single Electric-Line

Updated: Mar 21 (08:08)
Karaikal Railway Station, located in the heart of Karaikal, Tamil Nadu, boasts a rich history and serves as a vital transport hub. With three platforms and a variety of amenities, including a waiting room and refreshment stalls, it provides a comfortable experience for travelers. The station is also surrounded by several local attractions, making it a popular stop for visitors exploring the region.

Tourism

Sri Mahamaariamman Temple: A prominent Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Mariamma, known for its vibrant festivals.
Thiruvanantapuram Temple: An ancient Shiva temple, believed to be over 1,000 years old, attracting devotees from across the region.
Karaikal Port: A historical harbor with colonial-era structures and scenic views of the Bay of Bengal.
French War Memorial: A monument commemorating the French presence in Karaikal during the colonial era.
Karaikal Beach: A serene beach offering beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere.

Food

Sri Krishna Restaurant: A popular spot for South Indian vegetarian dishes, known for its delicious dosas and idlis.
Sangeetha Restaurant: Serves authentic vegetarian meals, including thalis and set menus.
Saravana Bhavan: A chain restaurant offering a wide selection of vegetarian South Indian dishes.
A2B: A well-known chain restaurant serving a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Hotel Ruchika: A local favorite for its home-style vegetarian cooking.

Station Address

Railway Station Road , Dr Ambedkar St, Karaikal - 609602.
State: Puducherry
Elevation: 4 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-5
Zone: SR/Southern   Division: Tiruchchirappalli
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Number of Platforms: 3
Number of Halting Trains: 0
Number of Originating Trains: 9
Number of Terminating Trains: 9
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Rating: 3.6/5 (38 votes)
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Jul 02 2022 (14:53) பெங்களூரு - காரைக்கால் ரெயில் சேவையை மீண்டும் தொடங்க வேண்டும்
Entry# 5398624   
  Past Edits
Jul 02 2022 (14:53)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by karbang/50057

Jul 02 2022 (14:53)
Station Tag: KSR Bengaluru City Junction (Bangalore)/SBC added by karbang/50057

Jul 02 2022 (14:53)
Train Tag: KSR Bengaluru - Karaikal Fast Passenger/56514 added by karbang/50057

Jul 02 2022 (14:53)
Train Tag: Karaikal - KSR Bengaluru Fast Passenger/56513 added by karbang/50057
பெங்களூரு - காரைக்கால் ரெயில் சேவையை மீண்டும் தொடங்க வேண்டும் என தெற்கு ரெயில்வேக்கு நாஜிம் எம்.எல்.ஏ. கோரிக்கை விடுத்துள்ளார்.
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பெங்களூரு - காரைக்கால் ரெயில் சேவையை மீண்டும் தொடங்க வேண்டும்
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தெற்கு ரயில்வே இந்த ரயிலை இரவு நேர ரயிலாக இயக்க நடவடிக்கை எடுக்க வேண்டும். 200 கிலோ மீட்டர் மட்டுமே தென் மேற்கு மண்டலத்தில் உள்ளது. 300+ கிலோ மீட்டர் தெற்கு மண்டலத்தில் உள்ளது.
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Feb 05 2021 (21:37) Karaikal-Peralam railway line project gets an impetus
Entry# 4868038   
  Past Edits
Feb 05 2021 (21:37)
Station Tag: Peralam Junction/PEM added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Feb 05 2021 (21:37)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739
Stations:  Peralam/PEM   Karaikal/KIK  
Once the rail line is restored, the Peralam-Karaikal stretch is expected to support freight traffic in a big way.   | Photo Credit: File Photo ...
Karaikal-Peralam railway line project gets an impetus
Jan 23 2021 (10:15) Gauge conversion done, but very few trains run on them
Entry# 4854207   
  Past Edits
Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Ranippettai/RPT added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Mecheri Road/MCRD added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Mettur Dam/MTDM added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Bodinayakkanur/BDNK added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Teni/TENI added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Andipatti/ADPT added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Usilampatti/USLP added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Thiruvarur Junction/TVR added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Bodinayakkanur/BDNK added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Madurai Junction/MDU added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Pollachi Junction/POY added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739

Jan 23 2021 (10:15)
Station Tag: Dindigul Junction/DG added by Anupam Enosh Sarkar/401739
Chennai: Southern Railway may have completed gauge conversion and electrification of some stretches of lines in the state, but few attempts have been made to make...
Gauge conversion done, but very few trains run on them
Dec 09 2020 (10:50) சென்னை எழும்பூர் 🔄 காரைக்கால் இடையே விழுப்புரம், மயிலாடுதுறை, திருவாரூர் வழியாக சிறப்பு ரயில் - தெற்கு ரயில்வே அறிவிப்பு
Entry# 4807122   
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Dec 09 2020 (10:50)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by Kavya അമ്മു/1727146

Dec 09 2020 (10:50)
Station Tag: Chennai Egmore/MS added by Kavya അമ്മു/1727146

Dec 09 2020 (10:50)
Train Tag: Karaikkal - Chennai Egmore (Kamban) Covid - 19 Special/06176 added by Kavya അമ്മു/1727146

Dec 09 2020 (10:50)
Train Tag: Chennai Egmore - Karaikkal (Kamban) Covid - 19 Special/06175 added by Kavya അമ്മു/1727146
கொரோனோ பொது முடக்கம் காரணமாக நிறுத்தி வைக்கப்பட்டு இருந்த காரைக்கால் 🔄 சென்னை எழும்பூர் ரயில் சேவை மீண்டும் இயக்கப்படவுள்ளதாக தெற்கு ரயில்வே வெளியுட்டுள்ள செய்தி குறிப்பில் தெரிவித்துள்ளது.
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சென்னை எழும்பூர் 🔄 காரைக்கால் இடையே விழுப்புரம், மயிலாடுதுறை, திருவாரூர் வழியாக சிறப்பு ரயில் - தெற்கு ரயில்வே அறிவிப்பு
Jun 17 2020 (23:34) SWR to convert 38 passenger trains to express trains
Entry# 4652494   
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Jun 19 2020 (16:34)
Train Tag: Solapur - Gadag DEMU/71303 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 18 2020 (20:27)
Train Tag: Chamarajanagar - KSR Bengaluru Passenger/56281 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: Yesvantpur - Mysuru Passenger (Via Hassan)/56215 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: Yesvantpur - Salem Passenger/56242 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: KSR Bengaluru - Hosapete Fast Passenger/56909 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: KSR Bengaluru - Hosapete Fast Passenger/56909 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: Hubballi - KSR Bengaluru Fast Passenger/56914 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: KSR Bengaluru - Hubballi Passenger/56911 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: KSR Bengaluru - Hubballi Passenger/56515 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: KSR Bengaluru - Shivamogga Town Passenger/56917 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: KSR Bengaluru - Shivamogga Town Passenger/56227 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:52)
Train Tag: Mysuru - Shivamogga Town Passenger/56270 added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: Salem Junction/SA added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: Hosapete Junction (Hospet)/HPT added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: Yesvantpur Junction/YPR added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: KSR Bengaluru City Junction (Bangalore)/SBC added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: Mysuru Junction (Mysore)/MYS added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: Chamarajanagar/CMNR added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: Shivamogga Town (Shimoga)/SMET added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Station Tag: Hubballi Junction (Hubli)/UBL added by Next train from SWR~/48335

Jun 17 2020 (23:34)
Train Tag: KSR Bengaluru - Karaikal Fast Passenger/56514 added by Next train from SWR~/48335
As many as 38 passenger trains in SWR, including trains to Hubballi, Shivamogga and Chamarajanagar, are set to be converted into express trains, as the Railway...
SWR to convert 38 passenger trains to express trains
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irifan2015~   2514 blog posts
Re# 4652494-3              
If that is the case, CMNR to SBC journey time should be kept as 4 to 4.15 hours. Else it is just eye wash
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Jun 19 2020 (16:03)
sanjay07   1118 blog posts
Re# 4652494-4              
Good Decision
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Jun 19 2020 (16:33)
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sachinature~   8608 blog posts
Re# 4652494-5              
Right, but speed should also increase.
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Jun 19 2020 (17:11)
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Atmathew58~   141 blog posts
Re# 4652494-6              
Good decision,but speed should also increase. Reduce run time
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