About Patna Metro Map Phase 4
This mobile-first page is built for commuters, visitors, and planners to quickly find nearby metro and rail stations in Patna and understand estimated fares. The nearby station discovery uses the free OpenStreetMap Overpass API (no API key). Map tiles are from OpenStreetMap via Leaflet. The fare model is a simple distance-based estimate for quick planning and is not an official tariff. For the most accurate fares check official metro operator channels or ticketing systems.
Sources: Overpass (OpenStreetMap) query for nearby stations and Leaflet for map rendering. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does this page find “nearby” stations?
We use your browser’s geolocation (with your permission) to get coordinates, then send a spatial “around” query to OpenStreetMap’s Overpass API to find nodes/ways tagged as stations or public_transport within a radius. If you deny location permission, the map falls back to Patna city center.
2. Are the fares official?
No — fares shown are estimated by distance tiers for quick comparison. They are illustrative only. For official tariffs, consult the Patna metro operator or ticketing kiosks.
3. Is Overpass API free and rate-limited?
Overpass is a free public API provided by OpenStreetMap volunteers and can be rate-limited. For heavy production use please use a dedicated tile/OSM instance or caching. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
4. Why don’t I see a station that I expect?
OpenStreetMap is community-maintained. Some stations may be missing or tagged differently. You can check or add missing data at openstreetmap.org or use official transit feeds where available.
5. Can I embed this map on another site?
Yes — Leaflet maps with OSM tiles can be embedded, but follow OpenStreetMap tile usage policy (avoid excessive requests; use your own tile server for high traffic).