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To explore the relationship between rail transportation and urbanization in colonial India.

Impact of Colonial Railways on Urbanisation in India: A Study of Select Colonial Towns

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Demonstrates urbanisation effects in colonial towns due to railway expansion, indicating significant growth patterns.

To explore the relationship between rail transportation and urbanization in colonial India.
Analyzed archival and gazetteer sources
Examined select colonial cities and towns
Considered both Indian and global perspectives
Investigated trade routes and urban development patterns
Railways induced significant growth effects in major urban centres
Small market towns gained importance due to new railway routes
Growth effects varied significantly based on location
Development was pronounced in port cities and regions with converged railway routes

Saha et al. (2026) studied this question.

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