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Visakhapatnam Bus Rapid Transit System
Visakhapatnam BRTS :-The implementation of the bus rapid transit system has been taken up as a high-capacity public transport system in Visakhapatnam keeping in view the projected multi-fold increase in traffic and constraints of road capacity. A Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) was approved for the city under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission. This project was started in 2008 and most of the route has been constructed except for a 2km stretch near Simhachalam. The delay is due to issues in land acquisition from railways, defence and private parties. Corridors The following two corridors were identified for BRTS by the APSRTC and Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation. The two corridors connect Pendurthi to Dwaraka Nagar on two different routes. The Pendurthi Transit Corridor of 22.6 km at an estimated cost of ₹190.97 crore starts at Pendurthi and ends at the Railway Station via Gopalapatnam, NAD X Road, Kancharapalem. The Simhachalam Transit Corrido ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam (; List of renamed places in India, formerly known as Vizagapatam, and also referred to as Vizag, Visakha, and Waltair) is the largest and most populous metropolitan city in the States and union territories of India, Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is between the Eastern Ghats and the coast of the Bay of Bengal. It is the second largest city on the Coastal India, east coast of India after Chennai, and the fourth largest in South India. It is one of the four Smart city, smart cities of Andhra Pradesh selected under the Smart Cities Mission and is the headquarters of Visakhapatnam district. Vizag is popularly known as ''shipbuilding capital of India'' due to presence of multiple shipyards such as Hindustan Shipyard, Naval Dockyard (Visakhapatnam), Naval Dockyard and being the central naval command of the east coast. Visakhapatnam's history dates back to the 6th century BCE. The city was ruled by the Satavahana dynasty, Andhra Satavahanas, Vengi, the Pallava dyna ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
NAD X Road
NAD Kotha Road, or NAD X Road, is one of the major junctions and commercial centers in Visakhapatnam, India. It is named for the Naval Armament Depot. The Naval Armament Depot and (NSTL) Naval Science and Technological Laboratories is located here. Commerce NAD Kotha Road is a busy commercial hub in Visakhapatnam. The NAD Kotha Road Bus Stand, termed the "floating population", attracts migrants from the rest of the country. It has many shops catering to the needs of its residents. Transport NAD X Road is well connected within Visakhapatnam. The APSRTC has bus routes to areas such as Gajuwaka, Simhachalam, Asilmetta, Pendurthi, Maddilapalem and city bus stop for long service Towards Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Vijayawada, Thirupathi, Nellore, Kadapa, Kurnool, Khammam Khammam is the city in Khammam district of the Indian state of Telangana. It is the fourth largest city in the state. It is the headquarters of the Khammam district and Khammam Tehsil, mandal also ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maddilapalem
Maddilapalem is an area of Visakhapatnam, in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Maddilapalem was initially a small suburb outside of Visakhapatnam. Economy Maddilapalem is one of the major commercial and residential suburbs of Visakhapatnam. Ashok Leyland Auto Manufactures and Jayabheri Maruthi Institutions are located there. CMR Central is located at Maddilapalem Junction. It is one of the largest shopping malls in Visakhapatnam City. Transport Maddilapalem is home to one of the busiest transport hubs in Visakhapatnam. Visakhapatnam BRTS connects Maddilapalem to Asilmetta. Maddilapalem Junction is among the busiest in the city. The roads leading from the junction lead to Asilmetta, Dwaraka Nagar, and Madhurawada. Maddilapalem is connected by the National Highway. APSRTC operates a bus depot and bus station. Buses are run by the state-owned APSRTC, and connect to all parts of Visakhapatnam. Education Maddilapalem is home to many educational institutions and commerci ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hanumanthavaka
Hanumanthuwaka is an area of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh (ISO 15919, ISO: , , AP) is a States and union territories of India, state on the East Coast of India, east coast of southern India. It is the List of states and union territories of India by area, seventh-largest state and th ..., India. The Visakhapatnam BRTS connects Hanumanthuwaka to Simhachalam. Hanumanthuwaka was an initially a small suburb outside Visakhapatnam. Landmark The area is home to the famous tourist spot, Kailasagiri. Hospitals Hanumanthuwaka is home to the Visakha Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS) and a branch of the L.V. Prasad Eye Hospital. Transport Hanumanthuwaka is connected by the National Highway. It is one of the busiest junctions in the city as NH 16 passes through here. Buses are run by the state-owned APSRTC, and is well connected to all parts of Visakhapatnam. All buses going to Arilova, Thagarapuvalasa, Bheemili pass through here. References Neigh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adavivaram
Adavivaram is a neighborhood situated on the western part of Visakhapatnam City, India. The area, which falls under the local administrative limits of Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation, is about 15 km from the Dwaraka Nagar which is city centre. Adavivaram is located at the foothill of Simhachalam temple and is served by the Visakhapatnam Bus Rapid Transit System Visakhapatnam BRTS :-The implementation of the bus rapid transit system has been taken up as a high-capacity public transport system in Visakhapatnam keeping in view the projected multi-fold increase in traffic and constraints of road capacity. .... Transport ; APSRTC routes: References {{Visakhapatnam-geo-stub Neighbourhoods in Visakhapatnam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Simhachalam
Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha temple, Simhachalam, is a Hindu temple situated on the Simhachalam Hill Range,which is 300 metres above the sea level in the city of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is dedicated to Vishnu, Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped there as Varaha Narasimha. As per the temple's legend, Vishnu manifested in this form (lion's head and human body) after saving his devotee Prahlada from a murder attempt by the latter's father Hiranyakashipu. Except on Akshaya Tritiya, the idol of Varaha Narasimha is covered with sandalwood paste throughout the year, which makes it resemble a linga. The temple was built in Kalingan architecture styles and stands unique in the historical region of Kalinga (historical region), Kalinga. The present temple was built by Eastern Ganga dynasty king Narasingha Deva I in the 13th century and consecrated by his son Bhanudeva I in 1268 CE. The temple was built by Akthayi Senapati, on the command of Narasingha Deva I. Legends assoc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vepagunta
Vepagunta is a suburb in Visakhapatnam city. It comes under Pendurthi revenue division. Demographics India census, Vepagunta had a population of 26,881. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Vepagunta has an average literacy rate of 73%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 67%. In Vepagunta, 10% of the population is under 6 years of age. Transport ;APSRTC The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (abbreviated as APSRTC) is the state-owned road transport corporation in the States and union territories of India, Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Its headquarters is located at NTR Administ ... routes: References {{Neighbourhoods of Visakhapatnam Towns in Visakhapatnam district Neighbourhoods in Visakhapatnam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kancharapalem
Kancharapalem is a locality in the city of Visakhapatnam Visakhapatnam (; List of renamed places in India, formerly known as Vizagapatam, and also referred to as Vizag, Visakha, and Waltair) is the largest and most populous metropolitan city in the States and union territories of India, Indian stat ..., India. Kancharapalem is an old settlement of Visakhapatanam. It has the oldest railway locomotive shed, the first Industrial estate of Visakhapatnam, Govt. Industrial training Institute. Government polytechnic college (started in 1956) railway quarters, port and Navy quarters are located in this area. The oldest bridge in the town is located here known as Gnanapuram Bridge. It is divided into many parts with community-specific localities like Gavara Kancharapalem, Golla Kancharapalem, Reddy Kancharapalem. Transport APSRTC Buses access in every part of the city. Popular culture The 2018 Telugu-language anthology film '' C/o Kancharapalem'', is set and shot extensively ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gopalapatnam
Gopalapatnam is a neighborhood in the city of Visakhapatnam, India. The neighborhood is considered to be the major residential and commercial area in the district. It is located within the jurisdiction of the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation, which is responsible for the area's civic amenities. It is located on the western fringe of Visakhapatnam. The Visakhapatnam gas leak occurred in the neighborhood on 7 May 2020. The Gopalapatnam Mandal is one of the 46 mandals of the Visakhapatnam District. It is under the administration of the Visakhapatnam revenue division, Visakhapatnam Revenue Division, which is headquartered in Gopalapatnam. The Mandal is neighbored by the Gajuwaka, Seethammadhara, and Pendurthi mandals. Wards The Gopalapatnam Mandal consists of the following wards: Location and geography Gopalapatnam is located around 4 km from Visakhapatnam Airport and around 8 km from the Visakhapatnam railway station, Visakhapatnam Railway Station. The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dwaraka Nagar
Dwaraka Nagar is a locality in Visakhapatnam of Andhra Pradesh, India India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the List of countries and dependencies by area, seventh-largest country by area; the List of countries by population (United Nations), most populous country since .... It is one of the main commercial areas in the city. It is a hub for many shopping malls, educational institutes, hotels, lodges, food courts, restaurants, coaching centers etc. Commerce It is the major commercial area in Visakhapatnam. It is the business center for all types of outlets and offices. Transport Dwaraka Nagar is the Bus Transportation hub of Visakhapatnam. Central bus station of the city, Dwaraka bus station is located in this neighborhood. Gallery File:Andhra Bank Complex at Visakhapatnam.jpg, Andhra Bank Complex at Dwarakanagar. File:Vsquare-shoppingmall.jpg, Vsquare shopping mall at Dwarakanagar. References Neighbourhoods in Visak ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
