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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Tiruchirapalli Airport/TRZ: 130 km

Number of Platforms: 3
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Number of Originating Trains: 9
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Oct 10 2019 (18:11) திருவாரூரில் இருந்து திருச்சிக்கு அதிகாலையில் ரயில் விட வேண்டும் உபயோகிப்பாளர் சங்கம் வலியுறுத்தல் (www.dinakaran.com)

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Oct 10 2019 (18:11)
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Station Tag: Nagore/NCR added by Kamban Express~/1069947

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Station Tag: Nagappattinam Junction/NGT added by Kamban Express~/1069947

Oct 10 2019 (18:11)
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Oct 10 2019 (18:11)
Station Tag: Tiruchchirappalli Junction/TPJ added by Kamban Express~/1069947

Oct 10 2019 (18:11)
Station Tag: Thanjavur Junction/TJ added by Kamban Express~/1069947

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Posted by: Kamban Express~ 355 news posts

திருவாரூர், அக்.10: தமிழகத்தின் பிரதான நகரங்களில் ஒன்றாக திருச்சி விளங்கி வருகிறது. கிழக்கு டெல்டா மாவட்ட பகுதிகள் குறிப்பாக நீடாமங்கலம், கொரடாச்சேரி, திருவாரூர், நாகப்பட்டினம், காரைக்கால், நாகூர், வேளாங்கண்ணி போன்ற பகுதிகளிலிருந்து ஆடைகள் வாங்குவதற்கோ, மருத்துவ...
read full article... திருவாரூரில் இருந்து திருச்சிக்கு அதிகாலையில் ரயில் விட வேண்டும் உபயோகிப்பாளர் சங்கம் வலியுறுத்தல்

Aug 27 2019 (04:30) Overhead electrification project on Thanjavur-Karaikal section gets a push (www.thehindu.com)

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Aug 27 2019 (04:30)
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Aug 27 2019 (04:30)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Aug 27 2019 (04:30)
Station Tag: Thanjavur Junction/TJ added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

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Posted by: Reva18~ 4104 news posts

Having handed over the electrified stretch in the Tiruchi-Thanjavur broad gauge section to Tiruchi Railway Division for operation of electric loco-hauled trains, the Central Organisation for...
read full article... Overhead electrification project on Thanjavur-Karaikal section gets a push

Jun 24 2019 (08:52) Change of track halts east coast rail link project (www.thehindu.com)

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Jun 24 2019 (08:52)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Jun 24 2019 (08:52)
Station Tag: Peralam Junction/PEM added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Jun 24 2019 (08:52)
Station Tag: Perungudi/PRGD added by 12649⭐️ KSK ⭐️12650^~/1203948

Jun 24 2019 (08:52)
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Posted by: Reva18~ 4104 news posts

Off the track: The Puducherry government has proposed that the alignment for the proposed Chennai-Cuddalore via Puducherry rail link should run along the Cuddalore Road. But...
read full article... Change of track halts east coast rail link project

Mar 24 2019 (13:14) Electric locos to bring down travelling time (www.thehindu.com)

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Mar 24 2019 (13:14)
Station Tag: Mayiladuturai Junction/MV added by sreerup kol^~/1802590

Mar 24 2019 (13:14)
Station Tag: Palani/PLNI added by sreerup kol^~/1802590

Mar 24 2019 (13:14)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by sreerup kol^~/1802590

Mar 24 2019 (13:14)
Station Tag: Tiruchchirappalli Junction/TPJ added by sreerup kol^~/1802590

Mar 24 2019 (13:14)
Station Tag: Thanjavur Junction/TJ added by sreerup kol^~/1802590

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Posted by: TheRedMind 165 news posts

Trial run: An electric locomotive with an eight-coach rake leaving Thanjavur Junction on Saturday.
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@4270607-0 @TheRedMind

Thanjavur needs connectivity to Palani. We can have a night train from Karaikal to Palakkad via TJ, TPJ, DG, PLNI. Can be at suitable timings at Palani.

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HWH-TPJ SF Express and PGTN-TPJ FP are running at full capacity. TPJ is best suitable for PM/POH for TPJ-TVC Intercity Express and others and timings may not, even if so extended, people boarding at trichy may not enough seats. Instead KCVL-VLKN new service may suffice.

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Mar 23 2019 (12:32) மன்னார்குடி-காரைக்கால் இடையே பயணிகள் ரயில் இயக்க வேண்டும் ரயில்வே உபயோகிப்பாளர் சங்கம் வலியுறுத்தல் (www.dinakaran.com)

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Mar 23 2019 (12:32)
Station Tag: Karaikal/KIK added by Kamban Express~/1069947

Mar 23 2019 (12:32)
Station Tag: Nagore/NCR added by Kamban Express~/1069947

Mar 23 2019 (12:32)
Station Tag: Velankanni/VLNK added by Kamban Express~/1069947

Mar 23 2019 (12:32)
Station Tag: Nagappattinam Junction/NGT added by Kamban Express~/1069947

Mar 23 2019 (12:32)
Station Tag: Kizhvelur/KVL added by Kamban Express~/1069947

Mar 23 2019 (12:32)
Station Tag: Thiruvarur Junction/TVR added by Kamban Express~/1069947

Mar 23 2019 (12:32)
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Posted by: Kamban Express~ 355 news posts

மன்னார்குடி, மார்ச் 22: மன்னார்குடி ரயில் நிலையத்தில் நிறுத்தி வைக்கப்படும் செம்மொழி விரைவு ரயிலை பகல் நேரத்தில் பயணிகளின் வசதிக்காக மன்னார்குடி-காரைக்கால் இடையே இயக்க வேண்டும் என்று திருவாரூர் மாவட்ட ரயில்வே உபயோகிப்பாளர்...
read full article... மன்னார்குடி-காரைக்கால் இடையே பயணிகள் ரயில் இயக்க வேண்டும் ரயில்வே உபயோகிப்பாளர் சங்கம் வலியுறுத்தல்

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