Amlai railway station is a railway station located in the town of Amlai in the Shahdol district of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It serves the local population and the industrial establishments in and around Amlai, including paper and power units in the area.
Key facts
| Name | Amlai railway station |
|---|---|
| Type | Railway station |
| Location | Amlai, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Country | India |
| Operator | Indian Railways |
| Region | Madhya Pradesh |
Location and setting
Amlai is a small industrial town in the Shahdol district of eastern Madhya Pradesh. The station provides rail access to the town, which lies in a region marked by coal mining, thermal power generation and forest-based industry. Shahdol, the district headquarters, is the nearest major town and acts as the principal junction in this part of the state.
Operations
The station falls within the network of Indian Railways and serves passenger movement to and from the town. Being located in an industrial belt, the surrounding rail infrastructure also supports freight traffic associated with the local mining and manufacturing economy.
Significance
Amlai station is part of the broader rail connectivity in the Shahdol region, linking smaller towns in the Vindhya region with larger cities of Madhya Pradesh and adjoining states. It contributes to the everyday mobility of residents and workers employed in the area's industries.
Related topics
- Shahdol district
- Madhya Pradesh
- Indian Railways
- Shahdol railway station
- List of railway stations in Madhya Pradesh
References
- Wikidata: Q63371527