22323 SHABD BHEDI EXP Coach Position
SHABD BHEDI EXP (22323) runs from KOLKATA CHITPUR to GHAZIPUR CITY in 15h 05m · classes: 2A, 3A, 3E, SL.
Coach Position & Platform Number of 22323 SHABD BHEDI EXP Today
Find the coach position of 22323 SHABD BHEDI EXP — 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 CHITPUR, GHAZIPUR CITY and every halt en route. Coach layout and platform information for 22323 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 22323 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 22323:
| 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 22323 SHABD BHEDI EXP, 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 | 22323 |
|---|---|
| Train Name | SHABD BHEDI EXP |
| From | KOLKATA CHITPUR (KOAA) |
| To | GHAZIPUR CITY (GCT) |
| Departure | 22:45 |
| Arrival | 13:50 |
| Duration | 15h 05m |
| Classes | 2A, 3A, 3E, SL |
| Type | SUPERFAST |
| Running Days | Thu |
Route & Stops
| # | Station | Code | Arrival | Departure | Halt | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KOLKATA CHITPUR | KOAA | — | 22:45 | — | — |
| 2 | BARDDHAMAN JN | BWN | 23:54 | 23:56 | 2min | 98 km |
| 3 | DURGAPUR | DGR | 00:46 | 00:48 | 2min | 161 km |
| 4 | ASANSOL JN | ASN | 01:21 | 01:26 | 5min | 203 km |
| 5 | DHANBAD JN | DHN | 02:50 | 02:55 | 5min | 262 km |
| 6 | GAYA JN | GAYA | 05:50 | 05:55 | 5min | 460 km |
| 7 | PT DEEN DAYAL UPADHYAYA JN | DDU | 08:45 | 08:50 | 5min | 663 km |
| 8 | VARANASI JN | BSB | 10:00 | 10:10 | 10min | 680 km |
| 9 | GHAZIPUR CITY | GCT | 13:50 | 13:50 | — | 755 km |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my coach position in 22323 SHABD BHEDI EXP?
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 22323 SHABD BHEDI EXP arrive on?
Platform numbers for 22323 at KOLKATA CHITPUR, GHAZIPUR CITY 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 22323 have a pantry car?
Pantry car presence depends on the rake. The live chart for 22323 marks PC/RA/SLR coaches when the composition is published.
What classes are available on 22323?
SHABD BHEDI EXP offers 2A, 3A, 3E, SL classes.