Jakarta (ANTARA) - People\u2019s movements continue to increase alongside\nincreasingly dense daily activities. Many people travel for work, trade,\nschool, or other purposes. In this condition, trains become a choice\nbecause of their clear travel times, comfort, and connectivity to many\nareas.<\/p>\n
On the Central Java line, Gundih Station has become one of the\nimportant points whose benefits are directly felt by the community. In\nthe first quarter of 2026, 10,530 passengers boarded and 11,161 alighted\nat this station. This number rose 10.05% compared to the same period in\n2025. This increase shows that more residents are using trains for their\nactivities.<\/p>\n
This situation aligns with the characteristics of the community in\nGrobogan Regency. Based on 2024 data from the Grobogan Regency Central\nStatistics Agency as the latest release, the population reaches more\nthan 1.4 million souls, with a dominance of productive ages. The\nmajority work in the agricultural, trade, and services sectors. These\nactivities require easy transportation facilities so that work and\nbusinesses run smoothly.<\/p>\n
In this context, Gundih Station plays an important role. Its location\nis on the line connecting Semarang, Solo, and Surabaya. For a long time,\nthis station has been a meeting point for journeys. Now, its function is\nincreasingly felt through the KA Banyubiru service.<\/p>\n
KA Banyubiru serves the Semarang Tawang \u2013 Solo Balapan route with a\nfare of Rp40,000. The travel time is around two hours. This service\nprovides an affordable and reliable travel option for people wanting to\ntravel between cities.<\/p>\n
With this service, Grobogan residents can go to Semarang or Solo for\nwork, study, or medical treatment more easily. Conversely, people from\nthe cities can also come to the Gundih area to enjoy Kedung Ombo\nReservoir, Geyer teak forest, and local culinary delights.<\/p>\n
Easier travel makes economic activities move as well. Business\nopportunities open up, and the community has more choices for\nactivities. Clear travel times also help people manage their daily\nactivities.<\/p>\n
PT Kereta Api Indonesia\u2019s Vice President of Corporate Communication,\nAnne Purba, said that train services continue to be developed to reach\nmore people.<\/p>\n
\u201cKA Banyubiru helps the community make short- and medium-distance\njourneys more easily. This keeps many areas connected and allows\ncommunity activities to run smoothly,\u201d said Anne.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, Gundih Station still maintains its historical\nvalue. The old wooden teak building is still well-maintained. The\natmosphere around the station, surrounded by forest, provides a calm and\nenjoyable travel experience.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe presence of trains at Gundih Station shows that journeys have a\nbroad impact on the community. Access to jobs becomes more open,\nbusiness opportunities develop, and inter-regional relations feel\nclose,\u201d Anne concluded.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/gundih-station-becomes-a-community-connector-mobility-in-grobogan-continues-to-increase-1777103456", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }