Atru railway station is a small railway station serving the town of Atru in the Baran district of the Indian state of Rajasthan. It lies on the rail network operated by Indian Railways and provides basic passenger services to the surrounding region in the Hadoti area of south-eastern Rajasthan.
Key facts
| Name | Atru railway station |
|---|---|
| Location | Atru, Baran district, Rajasthan, India |
| Country | India |
| Owner | Indian Railways |
| Type | Railway station |
Overview
Atru station functions primarily as a halt for passenger and local trains, catering to residents of Atru and nearby villages. The station forms part of the rail connectivity that links Baran district with other parts of Rajasthan and neighbouring states.
Location and geography
The station is situated in Baran district, which lies in the south-eastern corner of Rajasthan, bordering Madhya Pradesh. The region falls within the Hadoti plateau, an area historically associated with the erstwhile princely states of Kota and Jhalawar. Atru is connected by road to Baran town, the district headquarters.
Significance
For the largely agrarian population of the surrounding tehsil, the station provides an important transport link, supporting daily commuting, market access and onward rail connections. Stations of this size form part of the dense network that gives Indian Railways its broad rural reach.
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References
- Wikidata: Q63357294