Chandrapura Thermal Power Station, Bokaro - Jharkhand

Chandrapura Thermal Power Station (CTPS), located in Bokaro district, Jharkhand, is one of the significant coal-based power plants operated by Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC). Established in the 1960s, CTPS has been a vital contributor to electricity supply in Jharkhand, West Bengal, and neighboring states. Over the years, it has modernized its infrastructure, retiring older units and adding higher-capacity units to meet growing demand.

About

Chandrapura Thermal Power Station (CTPS) is a coal-fired power plant operated by Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) in Chandrapura, Bokaro, Jharkhand. It supplies electricity to Jharkhand, West Bengal, and surrounding regions.

Description

Commissioned in the 1960s with 3 × 130 MW units (retired 2017–2020)

Currently operational: 2 × 250 MW units (commissioned 2011)

Known for pioneering reheat technology in Asia.

Located on the bank of the Damodar River.

Specialty

Early adoption of reheat coal technology in Asia.

Ongoing expansion plans: 1,600 MW ultra-supercritical project (expected by 2030).

Address

Chandrapura Thermal Power Station,Chandrapura, Bokaro District, Jharkhand, India.

Location (Latitude & Longitude)

23.739944° N, 86.112861° E

Visiting Timings

Not open for general public visits.

Educational or official visits require prior permission from DVC.

Traveling Facilities

Good rail, road connectivity from Bokaro, Dhanbad, Ranchi.

Auto-rickshaws, taxis available from Chandrapura Junction to plant.

Food Facilities

Limited food stalls in Chandrapura (local Jharkhand cuisine).

More variety available in Bokaro Steel City (~30 km away).

Stay Facilities

Few guest houses in Chandrapura (mostly for staff).

Recommended stay at Bokaro Steel City (hotels, lodges, guest houses).

Nearby Visiting Places

Tenughat Dam (~55 km)

Bokaro Steel City (~29 km)

Local temples & parks (Hanuman Mandir, Panch Mandir, Vir Kunwar Singh Park)

Nearby Railway Station

Chandrapura Junction (~2 km)

Bokaro Steel City Station (~29 km)

Nearby Airport

Ranchi Airport (~110 km)

Dhanbad Airport (~80 km; limited flights)

Nearby Bus Station

Chandrapura Bus Stand (local and intercity buses to Bokaro, Dhanbad, Ranchi)

Bus Routes to Industry

Buses from Bokaro Steel City → Chandrapura

Buses from Dhanbad → Chandrapura

Train Routes to Industry

Direct trains to Chandrapura Junction from Dhanbad, Bokaro, Ranchi, Kolkata, Patna.

Airways to Industry

Fly to Ranchi Airport, then road travel to Chandrapura (~3 hours).

Dhanbad Airport for limited regional flights.

Preferable Visiting Season

October to March (pleasant winter season).

Nearby Shopping Famous For

Chandrapura: Local markets at Nimiya More (daily goods, basic clothing).

Bokaro: DVC Market, City Centre (electronics, textiles, local sweets).

Chandrapura Thermal Power Station stands as a landmark in India’s power generation history. From pioneering reheat technology to planning a 1,600 MW ultra-supercritical upgrade, CTPS continues to play a crucial role in meeting regional electricity needs. While not a tourist destination, it holds educational and industrial significance, and nearby towns like Bokaro provide opportunities for visitors to explore the culture, industry, and natural beauty of the Damodar Valley region.