Bir Purushottampur railway station is a railway station located in the state of Odisha, India. It serves the locality of Bir Purushottampur and surrounding villages, providing basic rail connectivity for passenger movement in the region.
Key facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Railway station |
| Location | Odisha, India |
| Operator | Indian Railways |
| Country | India |
Overview
The station functions as a wayside halt on its line, catering primarily to local passenger services. Like many smaller stations in coastal and interior Odisha, it forms part of the network that links rural settlements to larger junctions and district headquarters, supporting daily commuting, trade, and access to urban centres.
Operations
The station is operated by Indian Railways through the relevant zonal railway responsible for Odisha. It typically handles halts of passenger and local trains rather than long-distance express services. Standard facilities at such wayside stations generally include platforms, basic shelter, and ticketing arrangements.
Significance
Stations of this category, while modest in infrastructure, play an important role in the social and economic life of their catchment areas. They reduce dependence on road transport, support seasonal travel during festivals, and provide affordable mobility for students, workers, and small traders in rural Odisha.
Related topics
- Indian Railways
- Rail transport in Odisha
- East Coast Railway zone
- List of railway stations in Odisha
- Transport in Odisha
References
- Wikidata entity: Q63370814
- Indian Railways – official network and station listings