Gandi Maisamma, Hyderabad

Gandi Maisamma is a fast-growing residential area that is locally known as the home of the Mahakali temple. Located along the Srishailam-Hyderabad highway, it serves as a prime spot of interest for the development of residential areas. The location is adjacent to Nehru Outer Ring Road (ORR) and is dotted with futuristic industries and provides an interesting mix of food, culture, and lifestyle.

What's great about Gandi Maisamma

Gandi Maisamma houses the famous Mahakali temple that welcomes hundreds of tourists and pilgrims annually. This in turn generates local revenue - with several eating and shopping options, and boosts infrastructure. 

The locality is very well connected to the outer ring road, railway station and metro station. Thus, accessibility and local travel are efficient and a fair number of buses and trains ply through the area. The metro project is crucial and substantiates the growth of the area as a thriving residential hub. 

Gandi Maisamma has also become an IT Hub for various global corporations like the Madhapur IT Park, Tech Cadenza and Bharath Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL).

What's not great about Gandi Maisamma

The area is situated along bustling neighbourhoods and sees a lot of traffic. Vehicular movement on the highways causes air pollution and poor air quality. There's also lack of portable toilets, water and sewage amenities. Thankfully though, the state government is addressing these challenges in the best possible way by adding sewage systems and water pipes, introducing rehabilitation programs and adding education and employment opportunities. 

Physical Infrastructure and Livability Index

The area is situated at a distance of 51 km from the Rajiv Gandhi International airport via ORR (Outer ring road). The nearby railway stations, within a radius of 10 km, are Gowdavalli and Gundla Pochampally railway stations. Miyapur is the closest metro station located at a distance of 15km. The locality is very well connected with the Nehru Outer Ring Road and the Srishailam-Hyderabad highway. 

The city has a moderate livability index ranked at 118.73. While education and health care are reasonably high on the index, Gandi Maisamma sees a fair amount of pollution because of its high traffic. The purchasing power of the locals is moderate and there are several ATMs, shopping avenues and supermarkets in the area. The climate is hot during summers but pleasant during winters, and the cost of living in the area is not very high.

Social infrastructure

Gandi Maisamma is a well-developed, energetic and highly trafficked part of the city. One is never short of options when it comes to schools, restaurants or access to travel.

Schools and colleges near Gandi Maisamma: 

• Sri Sloka School
• Geethanjali Olympiad School
• SV Model High School
• Edgemont Global School
• Don Bosco High School
• Maharishi Degree College
• MLR Institute of Technology
• Hyderabad Institute of Technology and Management
• Mahindra University
• Sri Chaitanya Junior College. 

Restaurants near Gandi Maisamma

The famous restaurants in the area are:

• Delicious Delight Restro
• Sarkar Family Dhaba
• Lucky Kabab Inn
• Karachi Bakery
• Wings Cafe
• Bunkers Mandi & Co

Hospitals In Gandi Maisamma

• People Healthcare Hospital
• Bhaskara Hospital 
• Srinivas Clinic
• Surgeons Tree Hospitals 
• Vaishnavi Clinic 

Shopping areas in Gandi Maisamma 

There are plenty of shopping options in and around the locality that cater to all your needs. 

• Manjeera Mall 
• Millet n More Supermart
• Swagath Fashion Mall
• Forum Sujana Mall
• Shree Shopping Mall
• Central Mall
• Vishal Mega Mart 
• Anuradha Kirana Stores 
• E-Store India Super Mart
• S S Furniture Shop 

Banks around Gandi Maisamma

With flourishing commerce and trading areas in and around Gandi Maisamma, one can find several banks and ATMs in the vicinity.

• State Bank of India
• ICICI Bank
• South India Bank
• Axis Bank 
• Bank of India
• Andhra Bank
• HDFC Bank 

Parks and recreational areas around Gandi Maisamma

Gandi Maisamma has a well-conceived development plan that has kept in mind the need for open spaces and outdoor parks. Here is a list of choices for open outdoor spaces:

• NTR Gardens
• Snake Park
• Ayush Vanam
• Dundigal Lake 
• Yandamuri Layout Panchatatva Park
• Kartika Vanam
• Captain Lakshmi Sehgal Park
• Pranavayu Urban Forest Park

Public transport options in Gandi Maisamma

Gandi Maisamma is very well connected to all parts of Hyderabad city. With many choices and plenty of options for commuters, like city buses, the extensive metro rail network, auto-rickshaws, and taxis, this locality is easy to reach and navigate through. 

Metro stations

Kukatpally Station

Miyapur Metro station

JNTU College Metro station

Bus routes 

The strategic location near Bahadurpally, Domara Pocham Pally, Bowrampet, Gowdavalli, and Ranga reddy are primary reasons for efficient transportation in the area. The buses 224G from Miyapur Crossroads, 227 from Bahadurpally, 272, 272C, and 272K from Bowrampet, all intersect and go via Gandi Maisamma. 

Railways stations 

The nearest railway stations are Gowdavalli at 5 km, and Gundla Pochampally at 6 km away. 

Popular roads in Gandi Maisamma

The important roads in and around the locality include Gandi Maisamma Crossroads, Bachupally Road and Medak Road. 

Home services around Gandi Maisamma

When we talk about home services in the area, we have ample businesses ranging from repair works, home cleaning services, housekeeping services, interior design companies, rental furniture and appliance companies, solar roofing services etc. 

• Agarwal Shifting Services
• Pickway Relocation Pvt Ltd
• Unique Home Relocation Packers and Movers
• SkyFly Packers and Movers
• The Interior Company 
• SS Furniture Shop 
• Akoni Solar Energy
• Sunfield Solar Pvt Ltd 

Attractions near Gandi Maisamma

Gandi Maisamma is a fast-growing locality in Hyderabad, bordered by the nehru Outer Ring Road, which provides easy connectivity between NH 9, NH 7, NH 163 and state highways. 

How people rate Gandi Maisamma

People in Telangana have a fair acceptance and positive outlook towards Gandi Maisamma due to good connectivity, the sound quality of life, budget-friendliness and social infrastructure. It is a safe neighbourhood with hospitals, cab services, educational hubs and health care services.

How to visit Gandi Maisamma

The most suitable way to reach this location from nearby areas is by bus. It takes about 30-40 min by bus from Medchal and 60-70 min from different stops in Ranga Reddy. There are many bus lines to Gandi Maisamma like the 511 from Secunderabad to Narsapur,195W/P from Gandimaisamma to Waverock, 230 P from Secunderabad to Dundigal and many others.

Alternatively one may also take the metro.

Tourists spots and places near Gandi Maisamma

Hyderabad is a city rich in cultural heritage and has great historical significance. With so many tourist attractions it is one of the most visited places in India. Here are some of the most famous spots to visit.

• Charminar 
• Golconda Fort
• NTR Gardens
• Salarjung Museum
• Lumbini Park

Location Comparision

Noted as one of Hyderabad's most sought-after areas in terms of livability, it offers a balance of everything and has a little something for everyone. It has abundant shopping and food plazas serving local traditional and modern cuisines, many cultural and historical locations, ample choices for entertainment, parks and offers premium quality of life.