Bhiwani Junction (station code: BNW) is a railway station serving the city of Bhiwani in the Indian state of Haryana. It is operated by Indian Railways and falls under the North Western Railway zone. As a junction, the station connects multiple lines and serves as an important node for passenger traffic in the south-western part of Haryana.
| Key facts | |
|---|---|
| Station name | Bhiwani Junction |
| Station code | BNW |
| Location | Bhiwani, Haryana, India |
| Country | India |
| Operator | Indian Railways |
| Zone | North Western Railway |
| Type | Junction station |
Location and setting
The station is situated in Bhiwani, the headquarters of Bhiwani district in Haryana. Bhiwani is a long-established trading and educational town in the Ahirwal–Bagar belt, and the railway station lies within the urban area, providing access to local markets, residential neighbourhoods, and onward road links to nearby towns such as Charkhi Dadri, Tosham, Loharu, and Rohtak.
Lines and connectivity
Bhiwani is a junction where lines from multiple directions converge, providing rail links towards Rohtak and Delhi to the east, towards Hissar to the north-west, and towards Loharu and onward to Rajasthan in the south-west. This positioning makes the station a transfer point for passengers travelling between the National Capital Region and the desert districts of northern Rajasthan.
Services
The station handles a mix of long-distance express trains, mail trains, and passenger services. Typical services include trains running between Delhi and Rajasthan via Rohtak–Bhiwani–Loharu, as well as regional connections linking Bhiwani with Hissar, Sadulpur, Rewari, and other towns of the region. Standard passenger amenities such as ticketing, waiting areas, and platforms for through and terminating services are provided.
Significance
As the principal railway station for Bhiwani district, the junction supports daily commuter travel for students, traders, and workers, in addition to long-distance travellers. Bhiwani has a notable role in Indian sport, particularly boxing, and the station serves as one of the gateways for visitors to the city's institutions and industries, including its textile mills and educational establishments.
Related topics
- Bhiwani
- Bhiwani district
- North Western Railway zone
- Indian Railways
- Loharu railway station
- Rohtak Junction railway station
- Hisar Junction railway station
- Rail transport in Haryana
References
- Wikidata: Q17049780
- Indian Railways, North Western Railway zone — official station information.