20831 MAHIMAGOSAIN EX Coach Position
MAHIMAGOSAIN EX (20831) runs from KOLKATA SHALIMAR to SAMBALPUR in 11h 15m · classes: 2A, 3A, SL.
Coach Position & Platform Number of 20831 MAHIMAGOSAIN EX Today
Find the coach position of 20831 MAHIMAGOSAIN EX — the order in which coaches like S1, S2, B1, B2, A1, M1, GEN, SLR are arranged in the rake from the engine — along with the platform number at KOLKATA SHALIMAR, SAMBALPUR and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 20831 is published on the live chart approximately 4 hours before departure.
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Coach order is fixed by the rake; coach positions and platform numbers become accurate ~4 hrs before departure when Indian Railways prepares the chart.
How to Read 20831 Coach Position
On the live chart, coaches are listed in order from engine → brake van. The first coach after the loco is usually SLR/EOG, followed by general (GEN), sleeper (S1–S11), 3AC (B1–B3), 2AC (A1–A2), 1AC (H1), pantry car (PC), and another SLR at the rear. Coach codes you'll see for 20831:
| Code | Class | Typical Position |
|---|---|---|
| H1, HA1 | 1AC — First AC | Near engine (premium, fewest coaches) |
| A1, A2, A3 | 2AC — Second AC Two-Tier | Front-middle of rake |
| B1, B2, B3, B4, B5 | 3AC — Third AC Three-Tier | Middle of rake |
| M1, M2 | 3E — 3AC Economy | Middle of rake (newer coaches) |
| S1, S2 … S11 | SL — Sleeper Class | Middle to rear of rake |
| C1, C2 … C8 | CC — AC Chair Car (Shatabdi/Vande Bharat/Tejas) | Most coaches in the rake |
| D1, D2 … D14 | 2S — Second Seating (Jan Shatabdi/Intercity) | Most coaches in the rake |
| E1, E2 | EC — Executive Chair Car | Centre of rake (premium chair) |
| GEN, GS, UR | 2S General — Unreserved | Either end (next to SLR) |
| SLR, EOG | Brake Van / Power Car (luggage + disabled berth) | Both ends of the rake |
| PC, RA | Pantry Car / Catering | Centre (where AC + sleeper meet) |
Tip: For 20831 MAHIMAGOSAIN EX, check the live chart 4 hours before departure to see which platform side the engine will be — this tells you whether to walk towards the front or rear of the platform to reach your coach quickly.
Train Details
| Train Number | 20831 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | MAHIMAGOSAIN EX |
| From | KOLKATA SHALIMAR (SHM) |
| To | SAMBALPUR (SBP) |
| Departure | 21:20 |
| Arrival | 08:35 |
| Duration | 11h 15m |
| Classes | 2A, 3A, SL |
| Type | SUPERFAST |
| Running Days | Mon, Wed, Fri |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KOLKATA SHALIMAR | SHM | — | 21:20 | — | — |
| 2 | SANTRAGACHI JN | SRC | 21:35 | 21:37 | 2min | 6 km |
| 3 | KHARAGPUR JN | KGP | 23:03 | 23:08 | 5min | 113 km |
| 4 | BALASORE | BLS | 00:33 | 00:35 | 2min | 232 km |
| 5 | BHADRAKH | BHC | 01:30 | 01:35 | 5min | 294 km |
| 6 | JAJPUR KEONJHAR ROAD | JJKR | 02:03 | 02:05 | 2min | 337 km |
| 7 | DHENKANAL | DNKL | 03:40 | 03:42 | 2min | 442 km |
| 8 | TALCHER | TLHR | 04:30 | 04:50 | 20min | 494 km |
| 9 | ANGUL | ANGL | 05:13 | 05:15 | 2min | 513 km |
| 10 | BOINDA | BONA | 06:00 | 06:02 | 2min | 551 km |
| 11 | RAIRAKHOL | RAIR | 06:40 | 06:42 | 2min | 598 km |
| 12 | SAMBALPUR | SBP | 08:35 | 08:35 | — | 669 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 20831 MAHIMAGOSAIN EX?
Coach position (S1, B2, A1, M1…) is fixed by the rake composition and shown on the live chart from about 4 hours before departure. The chart view shows engine direction, coach order and platform position.
Which platform does 20831 MAHIMAGOSAIN EX arrive on?
Platform numbers for 20831 at KOLKATA SHALIMAR, SAMBALPUR and intermediate stops are published along with the rake composition. The platform list above shows the latest platform number for every halt on this train's route. Platforms can change at short notice — always confirm on the station display board.
Does 20831 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 20831 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 20831?
MAHIMAGOSAIN EX offers 2A, 3A, SL classes.