Wharfage and Demurrage Charges Overview

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What is the standard free time provided for a regular parcel consignment after it's unloaded?

  • 24 hours
  • No specific time is mentioned
  • 18 hours (correct)
  • 12 hours

If livestock is not removed from railway premises within the stipulated time, what action might be taken?

  • A fine will be imposed
  • The livestock will be disposed of (correct)
  • An additional grace period will be provided
  • The livestock will be transferred to a new location.

Which of the following days are NOT counted when calculating free time and wharfage for regular consignments?

  • Local Holidays
  • National Holidays (correct)
  • Sundays
  • All public holidays

At a notified station, what is the wharfage charge for a 2-wheeled carriage per hour?

<p>Rs 10 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the wharfage charge for livestock per head, per hour at non-notified stations?

<p>Rs 10 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is TRUE regarding wharfage charges for delayed consignments?

<p>50% wharfage is charged for the first ten calendar days. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time granted for delayed consignments, starting from the date of unloading?

<p>3 days (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a parcel is unloaded at the destination station three months after the booking date, which category does it fall under?

<p>Delayed consignment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of additional expenses can be levied on livestock in addition to Wharfage charges?

<p>Feeding expenses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At notified stations, how is wharfage calculated for a parcel weighing 75 kg?

<p>Rs 1.5/- per hour (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the base rate for demurrage charge per vehicle, per hour, or part thereof?

<p>Rs. 150 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a detention of 15 hours, what percentage above the base rate is applied for demurrage?

<p>25% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a train is detained beyond 72 hours how is demurrage calculated?

<p>Triple the base rate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the working hours for calculating demurrage charges?

<p>06:00 to 22:00 hrs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a train is detained after the free time, but during non-working hours, when does the demurrage clock restart?

<p>At the start of the next day's working hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A party is loading 14 parcel vans + 1 SLR. What is the permissible free time for loading?

<p>6 hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to demurrage charges if an indent is cancelled after the physical supply of the vehicle?

<p>Demurrage charges are levied immediately without free time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes the basis for levying wharfage charges?

<p>Non-removal of consignments from railway premises after the free time. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If only one vehicle of a 10-vehicle rake is detained after the completion of free time, what happens to the demurrage charges?

<p>All the vehicles of the rake are charged demurrage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which hours is delivery of goods typically given?

<p>9:00 to 17:00 hrs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When are parcels/luggage considered available for delivery?

<p>After unloading from the railway carriage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the calculated demurrage charge is Rs 250.50, what is the final charge after rounding off?

<p>Rs. 251.00 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the applicable GST on the demurrage charges?

<p>5% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

On what basis is wharfage charge collected when the actual weight is not available?

<p>Chargeable weight. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are wharfage charges rounded off?

<p>To the next highest rupee. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the permissible free time for removing a consignment at Notified Stations using a 'Motor boat' or 'Dog-cart'?

<p>6 hours of working hours of delivery section of parcel office. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these stations are classified as 'Notified Stations' under Central Railway, according to the list provided?

<p>Ahmednagar, Pune, Kalyan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a consignment arrives at a station that is NOT classified as a 'Notified Station', how is the free time for removal determined?

<p>The free time for removal will be as per the default rules mentioned under Other Than Notified Stations classification. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the expiry of free time on the consignment which was available for delivery?

<p>Wharfage charges are levied on the consignment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a 'Notified Station' under the West Central Railway zone?

<p>Kalyan. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A train is detained for 5 hours after the permissible free time. What is the rate applied for demurrage, based on the base rate of Rs. 150?

<p>Rs. 150 per vehicle, per hour (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A goods train with 12 parcel vans and 2 SLR is detained for loading for 14 hours and 30 minutes. Assuming working hours are applicable, for how many hours will an increased demurrage charge be levied?

<p>8 hours 30 minutes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A train with 18 parcel vans and 1 SLR is detained for unloading for 30 hours. If the base rate is Rs. 150/-, what will be the approximate demurrage charge per vehicle?

<p>Rs 225 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A party has loaded 7 parcel vans, and the train is detained for 9 hours in total. How is the demurrage charge calculated for the entire period?

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A consignment arrives at Kalyan station and is unloaded at 10:00 AM. If the delivery section of the parcel office works from 9 AM to 5 PM, until what time the free time for a standard parcel will be available?

<p>4:00 PM the same day (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment, after unloading, remains unclaimed at a notified station. The actual weight is unavailable, but chargeable weight is at 150 kg. How is wharfage calculated?

<p>Based on the chargeable weight of 150 kg. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A train is detained for 50 hours. The base rate is Rs 150. What will be the demurrage charge rate?

<p>Rs 300 per vehicle per hour (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At a station NOT identified under Section 89(1) of the Railway Act 1989, if a motor boat is left after the permissible free time how is the wharfage applied?

<p>At rates defined for non notified stations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A train is detained for 75 hours. What rate will be applied per vehicle, per hour for demurrage charges?

<p>Thrice the Base Rate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of goods delivery, when are parcels considered available for delivery?

<p>After unloading and any unconnected consignments are linked. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If free time is remaining but working hours are exhausted, when will the remaining free time be given?

<p>The remaining time will be carried to next day's normal day working hours. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the application of business and working hours for goods removal?

<p>Goods can be delivered between 09:00 and 17:00 and removed between 06:00 and 22:00. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a train is detained for 10 hours and 30 minutes, during working hours, after completion of permissible free time, at what rate is the demurrage calculated?

<p>Base rate + 10%. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A rail rake with 19 parcel vans and 2 SLR is detained for loading for a total of 3 hours after the permissible free time. For what duration will the base rate be applicable for demurrage charges?

<p>3 Hours (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the calculated wharfage is Rs. 125.53, what will be the final amount charged?

<p>Rs. 126.00 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment of luggage is unloaded at 18:00 PM at a Notified station. If the delivery section works from 9:00 AM to 17:00 PM, when does the free time for goods removal start?

<p>At 09:00 AM of next day. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A train with 5 parcel vans is detained for unloading and incurs a demurrage charge of Rs 757.50 before GST. What is the final demurrage charge, after rounding off and including GST?

<p>Rs 796 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the free time allotted for removing a 'Dog-cart' from a non notified station?

<p>6 hours from unloading at a non-notified station. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is correct regarding how wharfage is calculated?

<p>Wharfage is generally based on actual weight, but can be charged on chargeable weight if actual weight is unavailable, and is always rounded up to the next rupee. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment was unloaded at Pune station and remains on the premises after the free time. What action can be taken?

<p>Wharfage charges are levied immediately. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment of livestock arrives at a non-notified station. The livestock is removed 26 hours after arrival. What calculation applies to the wharfage charges?

<p>Wharfage is calculated for 26 hours at the general station rate and additional feeding expenses. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment is unloaded at a notified station and then determined to be delayed. Which free time and wharfage calculation will apply?

<p>Three days free time is given, followed by a 50% wharfage charge for the next ten <em>calendar</em> days, then full wharfage is applied. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment containing a 3-wheeled carriage is unloaded at a notified station at 10:00 AM. It is removed at 1:15 PM the same day. What is the wharfage charge?

<p>Rs 100 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A parcel weighing 110 kg is unloaded at a notified station. How is the wharfage calculated?

<p>Calculated for 150kg using the 50kg multiple, as ‘part thereof’ is not for partial kg but partial multiple of 50. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A parcel is booked on the 1st of January and delivered on the 15th of March. How is this consignment classified for the purpose of wharfage calculation?

<p>This is calculated as a delayed consignment, with a free time of 3 days. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment is unloaded at a notified station on August 14th at 10:00 AM. When does the free time for wharfage calculation expire?

<p>August 16th, 10:00 AM (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a delayed consignment at a notified station, if the 10 days of discounted wharfage begins on April 4th, what is the last day of the discounted period?

<p>April 13th (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At a station that is not notified, what constitutes the wharfage charge for a consignment?

<p>It is charged on a per hour basis at Rs 0.50 per 50kg or part thereof. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment is unloaded at 9:00 AM on a day, and its free time expires, but is not removed until 11:00 AM on the following day. Which period is used to calculate wharfage?

<p>The entire period after the 18-hour free time is calculated, from the point of expiry to removal. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A consignment of livestock is unloaded at 10:00 AM and removed at 10:15 AM at a notified station. What is the calculation for applicable wharfage?

<p>Rs 10 plus additional feeding expenses is charged. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a consignment remains on railway premises after the free time at a notified station, what charge is applied?

<p>Wharfage charge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for 'business hours' relevant to delivery of goods?

<p>9:00 to 17:00 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the actual weight of a parcel is not available, on what basis is wharfage charge calculated?

<p>Chargeable weight (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the rules, when are parcels/luggage considered available for delivery?

<p>After unloading from train (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a standard 'parcel' consignment at a 'Notified Station', what is the permissible free time after unloading, with a delivery section working according to standard hours?

<p>10 hours of working of delivery section (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is considered working hours?

<p>6:00 to 22:00 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At a notified station, what is the free time allowed for removing a 'Tonga' after unloading?

<p>6 hours of working of delivery section (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After unloading, how are 'unconnected consignments' handled regarding availability for delivery?

<p>They are considered available after being connected (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a consignment arrives and the free time for removal has expired, what may happen to it?

<p>Wharfage charges will be levied until it is removed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the wharfage charge for livestock per head at notified stations?

<p>Rs 25/- per hour (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long must livestock be removed from railway premises after arrival to avoid disposal?

<p>24 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total wharfage charge after 10 calendar days for delayed consignments?

<p>50% charge for the first 10 days only (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What classification applies for all days concerning free time for livestock and perishable goods?

<p>All days as working days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of charge is incurred for livestock removed after the stipulated time?

<p>Feeding expenses in addition to wharfage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a consignment is unloaded and stays at the station for two months, what is its classification?

<p>Delayed consignment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a consignment heavy enough for free time calculation cannot have its actual weight assessed?

<p>Chargeable weight will be used (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will be the wharfage charge at other than notified stations for a 50 kg parcel per hour?

<p>Rs 0.50/- (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT counted in determining the free time and wharfage for a regular consignment?

<p>National holidays (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For how long free time is granted for consignment unloaded at a destination station after two months?

<p>3 days including unloading date (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the base rate of demurrage charge per vehicle, per hour?

<p>Rs. 150 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a vehicle is detained for 10 hours after the permissible free time, what is the applicable demurrage charge rate?

<p>Base Rate + 25% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After how many hours does the charge transition to twice the base rate for a detained vehicle?

<p>48 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the permissible free time for loading if there are 16 parcel vans and 2 SLR?

<p>7 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage is added to the base rate for demurrage charges after 12 hours but within 24 hours?

<p>25% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which hours are working hours considered for calculating demurrage charges?

<p>06:00 to 22:00 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a vehicle is detained for more than 72 hours, what rate is applied for demurrage per vehicle, per hour?

<p>Thrice of Base Rate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the GST applicable on the demurrage charges?

<p>5% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard rounding off method for calculating demurrage charges?

<p>To the next rupee (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Notified Station

A station designated by the railway authority with specific operational benefits.

Other than Notified Station

A station that is not designated as a notified station.

Wharfage Charge

The fee charged for storing goods at a station beyond the free time allowed for unloading.

Free Time

The time period allowed for unloading goods without incurring Wharfage charges.

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Delayed Consignment

A consignment that is unloaded at the destination station more than 2 months after the booking date.

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Free Time for Delayed Consignment

The time period for unloading a delayed consignment, starting from the unloading date.

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Wharfage Charge for Delayed Consignment (First 10 Days)

The percentage of Wharfage charge levied on delayed consignments for the first ten calendar days.

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Wharfage Charge for Delayed Consignment (After 10 Days)

The full Wharfage charge levied on delayed consignments after the first ten calendar days.

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GST for Wharfage

The tax collected on Wharfage charges.

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Feeding Expenses for Livestock

The expenses incurred in feeding livestock, regardless of free time or delay.

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Demurrage Charge

The fee charged for detaining rolling stock beyond the allowed free time for either loading or unloading.

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Base Rate

The base rate for a demurrage charge is Rs. 150 per vehicle, per hour or part thereof.

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Demurrage Calculation

The demurrage charge is applied per vehicle, per hour or part thereof, after the free time has expired.

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Demurrage Charge Rates

The demurrage charge increases with the duration of detention. The longer the vehicle is detained, the higher the charge.

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Working Hours

Working hours for demurrage calculation are from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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Working Days

All days are considered working days for demurrage calculation.

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Group Demurrage Charge

Demurrage charges are levied even if a single vehicle is detained beyond the free time, for all vehicles in the group.

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Free Time Variation

The free time allowed for loading or unloading varies based on the number of vehicles involved.

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GST on Demurrage

GST (Goods and Services Tax) of 5% is added to the total demurrage charge.

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Chargeable Weight

The weight used to calculate wharfage charges when the actual weight is not available. It is typically a standard weight assigned to a specific type of goods.

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Business Hours

The period of time when the railway premises are open for delivery of goods. Typically from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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Unloading

The unloading of goods from the railway premises and their availability for delivery.

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Connecting Unconnected Consignments

The process of combining multiple consignments into a single shipment for delivery.

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Parcel/Luggage Delivery Availability

Parcel and luggage consignments are deemed ready for delivery immediately after unloading from the railway premises.

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What are Notified Stations?

Stations categorized for different free time allowances and wharfage charges.

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What are Other than Notified Stations?

Stations not designated as Notified Stations, with different free time rules.

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What is Free Time for Removal?

The time allowed for unloading goods before wharfage charges start.

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What are types of carriages that can be subject to demurrage charges?

They include trains, trucks, boats, palanquins, etc.

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What is Wharfage Charge?

The fee charged for the storage of goods beyond the free time allowed.

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What is Chargeable Weight?

The weight used to calculate Wharfage charges when the actual weight is unavailable.

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How are Notified Stations defined?

Stations classified as per Section 89 (1) of the Railway Act 1989.

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What are Business Hours?

The hours during which business activities at the station are conducted.

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What are Working Hours?

The hours during which goods can be removed from the station.

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What is Demurrage Charge?

The fee charged for detaining rolling stock (train carriages or trucks) beyond the allowed free time.

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Demurrage on Cancelled Indent

If the indent is cancelled, after the physical supply of the vehicle, demurrage charges are levied without giving any free time.

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Free Time Carryover

When working hours are exhausted but some free time is remaining, will be given on next day’s commencing of working Hrs.

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Wharfage Charge (First 10 Days)

A 50% wharfage charge is levied for the first 10 days after the delayed consignment's free time.

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Wharfage Charge (After 10 Days)

The full wharfage charge is applied to a delayed consignment after the first 10 days.

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Permissible Free Time for Removal

The duration for removing goods from Railway premises, starting from the moment the goods are unloaded.

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Study Notes

Wharfage and Demurrage Charges

  • Wharfage is a charge levied on consignments that are not removed from railway premises after the allotted free time expires.
  • Business hours for delivery are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and working hours are 6:00 am to 10:00 pm.
  • Goods can be removed during working hours after delivery.
  • Parcels and luggage are considered deliverable after unloading.
  • Connected consignments are considered ready for delivery after connection.
  • Wharfage is based on actual weight; if unavailable, it's calculated using chargeable weight.
  • Charges are rounded up to the nearest rupee.

Classification of Stations

  • Notified stations are categorized under Section 89(1) of the Railway Act of 1989.
  • Central Railway notified stations include Ahmednagar, Akola, Bhusawal, Dadar, Daund, Jalgaon, Kalyan, Khandwa, Kolhapur, Kalburgi, Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, Miraj, Manmad, Mumbai CST, Nasik Road, Pune, Sangola, Solapur, and Wadibunder.

Permissible Free Time for Removal

  • Notified stations: Parcels/Luggage have 10 hours, 2-4 wheeled carriages/motor boats/dog-carts/tongas/Palanquins/dooly/howdah have 6 hours, and live stock has 6 hours of working time after unloading.
  • Other stations: Parcels/Luggage have 18 hours, but the free time for other items varies based on the type of station and item. Information within the provided text is insufficient to provide specific free time for all items and categories, hence limited information from source documents

Wharfage Rates

  • Rate of Wharfage: Charges vary depending on the type of vehicle (2-wheeled carriage, motor cycle, 3-4 wheeled carriage, motorboat, dog-cart, Tonga, palanquin, or dooly, howdah) and the type of goods (parcel/luggage, livestock). Specific rates per item are provided per hour or part of an hour.
  • Notified stations: 1 Rupee per 50 kg or part thereof, 10 Rupees per head per hour or part thereof.
  • Other stations: 0.50 Rupees per 50 kg or part thereof and a variable rate per hour that depends on the item.

Wharfage Charges for Delayed Consignments

  • Consignments unloaded after 2 months from booking date are considered delayed.
  • 3 days of free time are granted for such consignments.
  • Wharfage is 50% for the first ten calendar days.
  • Full rates are charged after the first ten calendar days.
  • GST is applied as per prevailing rules.

Demurrage Charge

  • Demurrage is a charge for detaining rolling stock after permitted free time for loading/unloading.
  • Base rate: 150 rupees per vehicle per hour or a part thereof, and varies based on demurrage durations.
  • Demurrage rates are calculated using tables, with rates increasing based on duration of delay.
  • Working hours (6:00 AM to 10:00 PM) are considered during calculation.
  • All days are considered working days, except national holidays, and at notified stations.
  • GST is added at 5%.

Free Time for Vehicles

  • The free time for unloading and loading depends on the number of vans (Parcel vans + 1 SLR or 2 SLR). Varies from 3 hours for up to 3 vans to 8 hours for more than 20 vans. Timeframes are listed for loading and unloading separately, and depend on the number of vehicles.

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