Kolkata Tramways

GPTKB entity

Statements (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:trams
gptkbp:accessibility Wheelchair accessible trams available
gptkbp:community_engagement Involves local communities in operations
gptkbp:community_impact Supports local economy
gptkbp:cultural_events Hosts events and festivals
gptkbp:cultural_significance Historical transport system in India
gptkbp:environmental_impact Lower emissions compared to buses
gptkbp:fare_system Distance-based fare
gptkbp:food_services Daily commuters and tourists
gptkbp:frequency Every 15-30 minutes
gptkbp:future_plans Expansion and modernization
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:Kolkata
gptkbp:historical_significance Oldest operating tram system in Asia
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Kolkata Tramways
gptkbp:integration Part of Kolkata's public transport system
gptkbp:is_a_route_for Esplanade to Tollygunge
gptkbp:length approximately 30 km
gptkbp:line Esplanade to Khidderpore
gptkbp:location gptkb:Kolkata
gptkbp:maintenance Multiple depots in Kolkata
gptkbp:number_of_lines gptkb:6
gptkbp:opened 1902
gptkbp:operator Kolkata Tram and Transport Service
gptkbp:part_of Kolkata's heritage
gptkbp:passenger_capacity Varies by tram
gptkbp:power_source Overhead wire
gptkbp:renovation Ongoing
gptkbp:safety_record Generally safe
gptkbp:service_type gptkb:public_transport
gptkbp:stations gptkb:40
gptkbp:sustainability_efforts Promotes eco-friendly transport
gptkbp:ticketing_system Manual and automated
gptkbp:trams_community_support Receives support from local businesses
gptkbp:trams_cultural_impact Influences local art and culture
gptkbp:trams_features Various manufacturers
Popular among locals and tourists
Around 200
Government and private funding
Adopts new technologies for efficiency
Encourages passenger feedback for improvements
Promotes through social media campaigns
Uses modern signaling systems
Connects various neighborhoods
Average speed of 15 km/h
Open and closed compartments
Regular safety checks conducted
Rich history since 1902
Provides facilities for differently-abled passengers
Around 50-100 passengers
Engages with local artists for designs
Facing competition from buses and metro
Heritage and modern trams
Hosts educational tours for schools
Participates in city parades
Plans for electric trams
Recognized for heritage conservation efforts
Yellow and cream
Collaborates with NGOs for awareness
gptkbp:type gptkb:Electric_tram
gptkbp:website www.kolkatatramways.com
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:government_of_West_Bengal
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6