Mayiladuthurai Junction railway station
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Mayiladuthurai Junction Mayavaram Junction | |||||
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 Indian Railways station | |||||
 Mayiladuthurai Junction | |||||
| General information | |||||
| Other names | Mayavaram/Mayuram Junction | ||||
| Location | Railway Cross Road, Mayiladuthurai, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu India | ||||
| Coordinates | 11°05′42″N 79°37′42″E / 11.0951°N 79.6284°E | ||||
| Elevation | 13 metres (43 ft) [1] | ||||
| Owned by | Indian Railways | ||||
| Operated by | Southern Railway zone | ||||
| Line(s) | Chennai Egmore–Thanjavur main line
Mayiladuthurai—Karaikudi section MAYILADUTHURAI-THARANGAMBADI(UNDER GC) | ||||
| Platforms | 5 | ||||
| Tracks | 8 | ||||
| Connections | Bus stand, Taxicab stand, Auto rickshaw stand | ||||
| Construction | |||||
| Structure type | Standard (on ground station)- | ||||
| Parking | Yes | ||||
| Accessible |  | ||||
| Other information | |||||
| Status | Functioning | ||||
| Station code | MV[2] | ||||
| Zone(s) | Southern Railway | ||||
| Division(s) | Tiruchirapalli | ||||
| History | |||||
| Electrified | 25 kV AC 50 Hz | ||||
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Mayiladuthurai Junction[3] (station code: MV) is a major railway station in Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu, India, under the Tiruchirappalli railway division of the Southern Railway zone.[4] Classified as an NSG–4 and "A" category station, it is a critical hub with five platforms, serving 12 originating, 12 terminating, and 54 halting trains.[5]
Mayiladuthurai Junction is a crucial hub on the Chennai Egmore–Thanjavur main line, a historic railway corridor linking Chennai to Tamil Nadu’s cultural heartland. As a key junction, it supports seamless connectivity for passengers and goods across the region. Its strategic position enhances regional travel and trade, serving millions annually.
History
[edit]Mayiladuthurai Junction was established in 1877 as part of the Chennai Egmore–Thanjavur main line, constructed by the South Indian Railway Company.[6] The station evolved into a key junction with the addition of branch lines, including the Mayiladuthurai–Karaikudi section via Thiruthuraipoondi, Pattukkottai, and Aranthangi.
The South India Railway Company constructed a 715 km (444 mi) long metre-gauge trunk line from Chennai to Tuticorin via Cuddalore, Chidambaram, Mayiladuthurai, Kumbakonam, and Thanjavur in 1880.[7] Prior to this, several key sections of the line were opened in 1877, facilitating early connectivity in the region. These included the 82.67 km (51 mi) Tindivanam–Cuddalore Port (then known as Cuddalore port Junction) section, the 27.60 km (17 mi) Cuddalore Port–Porto Novo section, the 19.71 km (12 mi) Shyali(now Sirkali) –Mayiladuthurai section, and the 70.42 km (44 mi) Mayiladuthurai–Thanjavur section.
In 1987, the branch line to Tharangambadi was closed due to operational reasons, though proposals for its restoration have been discussed in recent years.[8][9] Electrification of the main line through the station was completed in the early 2020s, improving connectivity and operational efficiency.[10][11]
Routes
[edit]This station connects Mayiladuthurai to Tharangambadi (this line was closed on 1987, and is waiting to be restored).[citation needed]
This station also connects Mayiladuthurai to Karaikudi Junction. In the section of Mayiladuthurai(0.00) to Karaikudi(~187.00)i.e in 187 km long stretch,(mayiladuthurai to thiruvarur only 37 km is electrified and the remaining part of the stretch electrification works are started, complition of works are expected at March 2025).And the Chennai to rameswaram line called main line also touches this main junction. There was another station which served eastern part of the town called Mayuram Town [station code: MVM]. Railways had done DPR's multiple times for Mayiladuthurai - Tharangambadi - Karaikal as current route is circular route which connects port with Salem Junction. Major revenue generation of Tiruchirapalli division comes from Freight services connecting Karaikal port with Salem and other parts of Tamilnadu. Govt is considering a new line in Mayiladuthurai - Karaikal as this is viable option for easier transport of goods. Also there is another proposal to connect Karaikal - Salem via Karaikal - Mayiladuthurai - Jayamkondam - Ariyalur - Perambalur - Salem[citation needed]
Location and layout
[edit]The railway station is located off the Sarathattai Street, Railway Cross Road south-west of Mayiladthurai. The nearest bus depot is located in Mayiladuthurai while the nearest airport is situated 138 kilometres (86 mi) away in Tiruchirappalli.
Lines
[edit]The station is a focal point of the historic main line that connects Chennai with Thanjavur Junction via Cuddalore. An additional line branches out to Peralam Junction, which connects to Tiruvarur Junction and Karaikal.
- Fully Electrified BG single line towards Chennai Egmore via Cuddalore Port Junction, Viluppuram Junction, Chengalpattu Junction and Tambaram.
- Fully Non Electrified BG single line towards Karaikkudi Junction via Thiruvarur Junction.
- Fully Electrified BG single line towards Thanjavur Junction.
- Non functional MG single line towardtharangambadi terminal station
Projects and development
[edit]It is one of the 73 stations in Tamil Nadu to be named for upgradation under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme of Indian Railways.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ "MV/Mayiladuturai Junction Railway Station Map/Atlas SR/Southern Zone - Railway Enquiry". India Rail Info. Retrieved 20 April 2025.
- ^ "Station Code Index" (PDF). Portal of Indian Railways. Centre For Railway Information Systems. 2023–24. p. 7. Archived from the original (PDF) on 16 February 2024. Retrieved 23 March 2024.
- ^ "47 Departures from Mayiladuturai SR/Southern Zone - Railway Enquiry". indiarailinfo.com. Retrieved 13 February 2025.
- ^ "SOUTHERN RAILWAY LIST OF STATIONS AS ON 01.04.2023 (CATEGORY- WISE)" (PDF). Portal of Indian Railways. Centre For Railway Information Systems. 1 April 2023. p. 4. Archived from the original (PDF) on 23 March 2024. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ^ "Mayiladuturai Junction Departures". India Rail Info. Retrieved 20 April 2025.
- ^ "[IRFCA] Indian Railways FAQ - IR History - 1870 - 1899". www.irfca.org. Retrieved 13 April 2025.
- ^ "The Hindu : Metro Plus Tiruchirapalli : Chugging into the past". web.archive.org. 22 January 2005. Retrieved 14 April 2025.
- ^ Ltd, South Indian Railway Company (15 July 2015). The Illustrated Guide to the South Indian Railway. Amberley Publishing Limited. ISBN 978-1-4456-5082-1.
- ^ "Line between Mayiladuthurai and Tharangambadi must be revived: BJP". The Hindu. 25 January 2012. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 13 April 2025.
- ^ Rajaram, R. (16 October 2020). "Trial run of electric loco conducted on Mayiladuthurai-Thanjavur line". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 13 April 2025.
- ^ "Train travel to southern towns from Chennai to become faster". The Times of India. 15 February 2021. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 13 April 2025.
- ^ "AMRIT BHARAT STATIONS". Press Information Bureau. New Delhi. 10 February 2023. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
External links
[edit]- Southern Railways - Official Website
Mayiladuthurai travel guide from Wikivoyage
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