The Anand–Khambhat line belongs to Vadodara division of Western Railway zone in Gujarat State.[1]

Anand–Khambhat line
Overview
StatusOperational
OwnerIndian Railways
LocaleGujarat
Termini
Stations11
Service
Operator(s)Western Railway
Technical
Track length53 km (33 mi)
Number of tracks1
Track gauge5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) broad gauge
ElectrificationYes

History

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Anand–Petlad branch was opened in 1890. The length of Anand–Petlad branch was 21.84 km. Petlad–Tarapur branch and Tarapur–Khambhat branch was opened in 1901 respectively.[2][3][4]

References

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  1. ^ "Passing trains through Anand–Khambhat line". India Rail Info.
  2. ^ "Section opening dates from History of Western Railways, Ministry of Railways" (PDF). Western Railway.
  3. ^ "Chronology of railways in India, Part 3 (1900 - 1947)". IRFCA.
  4. ^ "INDIAN RAILWAYS TIMELINE" (PDF). India Rail Info.