Amla Junction railway station is a railway junction located in the town of Amla in Betul district of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It serves as an interchange point on the Howrah–Nagpur–Mumbai line of Indian Railways and lies under the administrative jurisdiction of the Nagpur railway division of the Central Railway zone.
Key facts
| Name | Amla Junction railway station |
|---|---|
| Station code | AMLA |
| Location | Amla, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Owned by | Indian Railways |
| Operated by | Central Railway |
| Division | Nagpur railway division |
| Line | Howrah–Nagpur–Mumbai line; Amla–Chhindwara branch |
| Electrification | Yes |
Overview
Amla Junction is situated on the broad-gauge trunk route connecting Itarsi to Nagpur, which forms part of the principal Howrah–Mumbai rail corridor via Nagpur and Bhusawal. At Amla, a branch line diverges towards Chhindwara, giving the station its junction status. The station handles a mix of passenger, express and goods services.
Location and setting
The station lies in the Satpura range region of southern Madhya Pradesh. The town of Amla, which grew around the railway, hosts a sizeable railway colony and is also known for the presence of an Indian Air Force station in its vicinity.
Lines and connections
- Main line: Itarsi–Nagpur section of the Howrah–Nagpur–Mumbai line, providing connectivity to Bhopal, Nagpur, Mumbai, Howrah and other major destinations.
- Branch line: Amla–Chhindwara line, linking the junction to Chhindwara and onwards to the Nagpur–Chhindwara network.
Administration
Amla Junction is administered by the Nagpur division of the Central Railway zone of Indian Railways. Track infrastructure on the Itarsi–Nagpur main line through Amla is double and electrified, supporting both electric passenger and freight haulage.
Significance
As a junction on one of India's busiest east–west rail corridors and the gateway to the Chhindwara branch, Amla holds operational importance for both long-distance traffic and regional connectivity within the Satpura belt of Madhya Pradesh. It is also a notable stop for passengers travelling between Betul district and the major hubs of Nagpur and Itarsi.