Simri Bakhtiyarpur Railway Station (station code: SBV), is a railway station located in the town of Simri Bakhtiyarpur, in the Saharsa district of the Indian state of Bihar. The station is a part of the East Central Railway Zone, under the Samastipur Division of Indian Railways. It serves as a crucial stop on the Barauni-Katihar-Saharsa section, connecting the region with major cities and towns across Bihar and neighboring states.
Situated at an elevation of 39 meters (128 ft) above sea level, Simri Bakhtiyarpur Railway Station features two platforms and handles multiple passenger and MEMU Train daily. It is well-connected with nearby towns such as Saharsa, Madhepura, and Katihar, and serves as an essential hub for commuters, especially in northern Bihar.
The station is equipped with basic passenger amenities, including waiting areas, ticket counters, parking facilities, and food stalls. Additionally, the station is fully electrified and supports the operation of various local and regional trains.
Simri Bakhtiyarpur Railway Station is undergoing redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, aimed at modernizing infrastructure and enhancing passenger amenities.
Strategic importance Simri Bakhtiyarpur Railway Station serves as a key railway hub for the surrounding regions, including Salkhua, Dhamara Ghat, Simri Bakhtiyarpur, and Sonbarsa Raj. Due to its proximity to these areas, it provides a more convenient option compared to Saharsa Junction, which is located approximately 22 kilometers away.
Facilities Simri Bakhtiyarpur Railway Station offers key facilities for passengers, including ticket counters, waiting rooms, food stalls, clean restrooms, parking facilities, wheelchair accessibility, sheltered platforms, a digital passenger information system, and a public address system for announcements. These amenities ensure a comfortable and accessible experience for all travelers.
Major trains Saharsa–Amritsar Garib Rath Express Saharsa–Patna Rajya Rani Express Poorbiya Express Janhit Express Hate Bazare Express Saharsa–Amritsar Jan Sadharan Express (via Chandigarh) Saharsa–Amritsar Jan Sewa Express Saharsa–Barauni Express Janaki Intercity Express Saharsa–Anand Vihar Terminal Jan Sadharan Express Saharsa–Amritsar Jan Sadharan Express (via Sirhind) Kosi Express Saharsa–Rajendra Nagar Terminal Intercity Express 05291-Saharsa–Samastipur Memu special 05509-Saharsa- Jamalpur Passenger special 05573-Jhanjharpur- Patliputra Memu express special 05275-Saharsa- Samastipur Memu special 05221-Saharsa- Samastipur Demu special 03387-Patliputra- special fare special 03349-Danapur- special fare special 05243-Saharsa -Samastipur memu special 05549-Saharsa- Samastipur passenger special 05565-SIR Express special 05277-Saharsa- Samastipur memu special
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