Bishnupur Railway Station

It is located in Bankura district in the Indian state of West Bengal.

[1] The Midnapore–Jharia extension of the Bengal Nagpur Railway, passing through Bankura district was opened around 1903–04.

[2] Officially Bishnupur railway station started its journey on 20 August 1903.

The completion of the Bishnupur–Gokulnagar Joypur sector of the Seoraphuli Jn.–Bishnupur branch line was announced in the Railway Budget for 2009–10.

[4] After successful completion of the project it will be a part of Kolkata Suburban Railway functioning as its terminal station.

Separate Paid Ladies and Gents Washrooms: The station provides separate, well-maintained paid washrooms for both men and women, ensuring hygiene and privacy.

Major trains operating at this junction include: Additionally, a variety of other express and passenger (and goods-carrying) trains operate at Bishnupur Junction, connecting the town to various destinations across the country.

As of 2024, Bishnupur Junction boasts three platforms and seven tracks, facilitating the smooth movement of a diverse range of trains.

Bishnupur station from overbridge
Memorial of Sarada Devi under the tree where she used to sit
Work ongoing for ballast-less tracks in Bishnupur station
Bishnupur station platform 1 entrance
Bishnupur station platform 1 station board
Bishnupur station with Maharaj Bir Hambir flyover in background