Railway Station

Key Notes:

What is a Railway Station?

• A railway station is a place where trains stop so that people can get on or off.
• It is like a big bus stop but for trains!

Parts of a Railway Station:

• Platform: The area where people wait for the train.

• Tracks: The metal rails where trains run.

• Ticket Counter: The place where people buy tickets for their journey.

• Waiting Room: A place where people sit while waiting for their train.

Who Works at a Railway Station?

• Station Master: The person in charge of the station.

• Ticket Seller: Helps passengers buy tickets.
• Porters: Help carry heavy luggage.

• Train Driver: Drives the train to different places.

Things You See at a Railway Station:

• Trains, tracks, passengers, loudspeakers, and signs showing train timings.
• People carrying luggage like bags and suitcases.

Sounds at a Railway Station:

• The sound of trains arriving and leaving.
• Announcements about train arrivals and departures.
• Whistles from the train driver.

What Happens at a Railway Station?

• People wait for their train on the platform.
• Trains arrive and stop for passengers to get on or off.
• When the train is ready to leave, it makes a whistle sound.

Safety at the Railway Station:

• Always stay behind the yellow line on the platform.
• Never cross the tracks; use the footbridge to get to the other side.
• Hold an adult’s hand while walking around the station.

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