With the metropolis of Kolkata getting more saturated by the day, areas on the outskirts have started gaining more prominence in terms of infrastructural development, connectivity improvements and real estate growth. Barasat, on the fringes of North Kolkata, is one such locality which is witnessing fabulous growth as far as its property market is concerned. Barasat has become a favorite for both end-users and investors alike. Prospective buyers are attracted by the relative serenity of Barasat in comparison to the now-crowded belts of Dum Dum and Lake Town.
Barasat lies along the important Jessore Road and was one of the most idyllic countryside spots until a few years earlier. Barasat was earlier home to several traditional houses with huge ponds, courtyards, coconut groves and temples. However, multi-storeyed apartment complexes are sprouting up in the locality now. Several apartment complexes are offering amenities such as clubs, swimming pools, fitness centres and so on. Barasat offers a major advantage in terms of overall connectivity. Although peak hour traffic makes commuting a little tough at times, Barasat is located only 30 minutes away from the Sector V IT hub in Salt Lake along with Rajarhat. It is only 20 minutes away from the Kolkata International Airport as well. Jessore Road ensures great connectivity to other parts of North and Central Kolkata.
The Barasat Railway Station is a major connectivity lifeline in the neighborhood along with the Chapadali Bus Terminal. The National Highway 34 is a major connectivity lifeline as well. Social infrastructure has come up by way of retail outlets and the Barasat Hospital. The Barasat University is also located here. Barasat offers affordable housing options and fast growing infrastructure for buyers. Barasat is steadily witnessing the development of shopping complexes, leading hospitals and educational institutions according to experts. The National Highway 35 and State Highway 2 also run through the Barasat Town, connecting it easily to several places in the state. The railway network easily connects the area to Bongaon, Sealdah and Basirhat.
The Barasat Stadium has already been hosting several I-League football matches along with other district level tournaments. The Barasat Cancer Research & Welfare Centre is also a major healthcare facility in the area along with several private hospitals and nursing homes. Barasat is steadily becoming a desirable location for buyers and with steady growth in civic and social infrastructure, it should definitely give areas like New Town and Rajarhat a run for their money! Several big ticket projects are coming up here including the likes of Unimark Sports City which will offer an array of top-class sporting facilities and premium amenities to residents including a volleyball court, mini football ground, cricket pitch, rock climbing wall, fitness facilities, jogging track, cycling tack and more.
