Mahatma Gandhi Road Metro Station is an underground station on the Blue Line of the Kolkata Metro, located on Chittaranjan Avenue near Burrabazar. Opened on September 27, 1995, it serves as a vital transit point in central Kolkata.
Station Overview
Mahatma Gandhi Road is the station of the blue of the Kolkata Metro. As an essential transit hub, this station connects thousands of daily commuters from nearby area of Mahatma Gandhi Road 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, Mahatma Gandhi Road plays a crucial role in easing urban mobility.
Connectivity and Location
Mahatma Gandhi Road is situated at latitude 22.5956 and longitude 88.3731, making it a prime location for travelers. this station is situated on the blue, which begins from Dakshineswar. This metro station is highly beneficial for residents of Dakshineswar 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: Not Available
- first_aid: Available
- cloak_room: Not Available
- trolley_services: Not Available
- food_courts: Not Available
- shopping_outlets: Not Available
Metro Line and Station Layout
Mahatma Gandhi Road is an Island platform metro station with a side platform layout. The station has two platforms:
- Platform 1: Blue Line towards Central
- Platform 2: Blue Line towards Girish Park
Nearby Places and Landmarks
Mahatma Gandhi Road 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
St. Paul's School
St. Paul's School is 1.2 km away from the Mahatma Gandhi Road
Colleges
Presidency University
Presidency University is 1.5 km away from the Mahatma Gandhi Road
Hospitals
Calcutta Medical College
Calcutta Medical College is 1.0 km away from the Mahatma Gandhi Road
Tourist Places
Jorasanko Thakur Bari
Jorasanko Thakur Bari is 0.8 km away from the Mahatma Gandhi Road
Marble Palace
Marble Palace is 1.0 km away from the Mahatma Gandhi Road
Hotels
Hotel O2 Oxygen
Hotel O2 Oxygen is 2.5 km away from the Mahatma Gandhi Road
Shops
Burrabazar Market
Burrabazar Market is 0.5 km away from the Mahatma Gandhi Road
Recreation Places
Netaji Park
Netaji Park is 0.2 km away from the Mahatma Gandhi Road
Metro Fare Details
Mahatma Gandhi Road offers an affordable metro fare structure, starting at ₹10. Here are some example fares to major stations:
| Station Name | Fair | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshineswar | ₹10 | 11.5 km |
| Baranagar | ₹10 | 10.2 km |
| Noapara | ₹10 | 7.8 km |
| Dum Dum | ₹5 | 5.6 km |
| Belgachhia | ₹5 | 4.1 km |
| Shyambazar | ₹5 | 3.0 km |
| Shobhabazar Sutanuti | ₹5 | 2.0 km |
| Girish Park | ₹5 | 1.0 km |
| Central | ₹5 | 1.0 km |
| Chandni Chowk | ₹5 | 1.6 km |
| Esplanade | ₹5 | 2.1 km |
| Park Street | ₹10 | 2.9 km |
| Maidan | ₹10 | 3.5 km |
| Rabindra Sadan | ₹10 | 4.1 km |
| Netaji Bhavan | ₹10 | 4.7 km |
| Jatin Das Park | ₹10 | 5.3 km |
| Kalighat | ₹10 | 5.9 km |
| Rabindra Sarobar | ₹10 | 6.5 km |
| Mahanayak Uttam Kumar | ₹10 | 7.1 km |
| Netaji | ₹10 | 7.8 km |
| Masterda Surya Sen | ₹10 | 8.6 km |
| Gitanjali | ₹10 | 9.4 km |
| Kavi Nazrul | ₹10 | 10.1 km |
| Shahid Khudiram | ₹10 | 10.9 km |
| Kavi Subhash | ₹10 | 11.8 km |
