Mahakaran Metro Station serves as an important hub connecting the Green Line near the business district of Kolkata and is close to the famous Howrah Bridge.
Station Overview
Mahakaran is the station of the green of the Kolkata Metro. As an essential transit hub, this station connects thousands of daily commuters from nearby area of Mahakaran to Delhi and other parts of the National Capital Region (NCR). With its modern infrastructure, passenger-friendly facilities, and easy access to nearby transport services, Mahakaran plays a crucial role in easing urban mobility.
Connectivity and Location
Mahakaran is situated at latitude 22.564 and longitude 88.351, making it a prime location for travelers. this station is situated on the green, which begins from Salt Lake Sector V. This metro station is highly beneficial for residents of Salt Lake Sector V and surrounding areas who rely on public transportation for their daily commutes.
Facilities and Amenities
To ensure a comfortable travel experience, Shaheed Sthal is equipped with several passenger-friendly facilities, including:
- parking: Not Available
- disabled_access: Available
- restrooms: Available
- atm: Available
- first_aid: Available
- cloak_room: Not Available
- trolley_services: Not Available
- food_courts: Available
- shopping_outlets: Available
Metro Line and Station Layout
Mahakaran is an Island platform metro station with a side platform layout. The station has two platforms:
- Platform 1: Green Line towards Howrah Maidan
- Platform 2: Green Line towards Salt Lake Sector V
Nearby Places and Landmarks
Mahakaran is located close to various schools, hospitals, malls, and recreational spots, making it a central point for residents and visitors. Some of the key nearby places include:
Schools
Loreto House
Loreto House is 1.5 km away from the Mahakaran
Colleges
Presidency University
Presidency University is 2.0 km away from the Mahakaran
Hospitals
AMRI Hospital
AMRI Hospital is 2.3 km away from the Mahakaran
Tourist Places
Howrah Bridge
Howrah Bridge is 0.5 km away from the Mahakaran
Fort William
Fort William is 1.8 km away from the Mahakaran
Hotels
The Oberoi Grand
The Oberoi Grand is 2.5 km away from the Mahakaran
Shops
New Market
New Market is 1.8 km away from the Mahakaran
Recreation Places
Rabindra Sadan
Rabindra Sadan is 3.0 km away from the Mahakaran
Metro Fare Details
Mahakaran offers an affordable metro fare structure, starting at ₹10. Here are some example fares to major stations:
| Station Name | Fair | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake Sector V | ₹15 | 8.0 km |
| Karunamoyee | ₹15 | 7.0 km |
| Central Park | ₹10 | 5.6 km |
| City Centre | ₹10 | 4.4 km |
| Bengal Chemical | ₹10 | 3.0 km |
| Salt Lake Stadium | ₹10 | 2.8 km |
| Phoolbagan | ₹10 | 1.5 km |
| Sealdah | ₹10 | 2.5 km |
| Esplanade | ₹10 | 1.0 km |
| Howrah | ₹10 | 1.2 km |
| Howrah Maidan | ₹15 | 2.0 km |
