paddapukur is an extremely popular locality situated near the central part of Kolkata. it is like a transition point between old kolkata and new kolkata as most localities towards the south of it are relatively new and are more spacious as they have been designed to cater to modern needs, whereas the localities towards the north from the locality are more popular, older as well as more congested. the locality lies between the Sarat Bose Road and ashutosh mukherjee road, along which the metro line of kolkata passes. it is quite close to important places like park street, victoria memorial, fort williams, eden gardens, etc.
2 bhk and 3 bhk are the common housing configuration in this area, and being a popular locality, the price of real estate is expected to be on the higher side. the locality is in close vicinity to several other prominent localities of kolkata, including bhowanipore, tollygunge, hazra, ballygunge, lake town etc. therefore, the residents of this locality enjoy the availability of the best quality services in close range.
key highlights
• the kolkata metro line passes alongside the locality, and the netaji bhawan is the closest metro station for the residents of paddapukur.
• the kolkata municipal corporation office is in this area, and there are various commercial hubs and government offices in close proximity as well.
• the locality is close to the alipore zoo and the victoria memorial, which are important tourist spots in kolkata.
whats great?
• the locality is well connected to other parts of kolkata. the metro services being available so close to the locality add a bonus point to the quality and availability of transportation services in the locality.
• it is considered a prominent and posh locality with reputed schools, hospitals, markets, police stations, parks, etc., in a close range of services the residents can avail with ease.
whats not great?
• the roads in paddapukur are not that wide, and there is traffic congestion during peak hours as well.
• real estate prices are on the higher side just due to the location and popularity of the locality, which makes it unaffordable for a large segment of society.
Watch out for?
the high rent rates and property prices, popular restaurants and metro services in locality premises are things to Watch out for? in paddapukur. the locality is in close range to various prominent tourist spots of kolkata as well.
social infrastructure
the locality has a good social and retail infrastructure as there are popular hospitals, markets, schools, parks, and various prominent tourist sports in close proximity to the locality.
shopping complex & markets
there are several local shops and street vendors spread throughout the locality. there are fish, meat and vegetable markets in close proximity as well. kolkatas famous quest mall is also close to the locality.
health care centers
some of the hospitals and healthcare centres around paddapukur include:
• ramrikdas haralalka hospital
• sambhunath pandit hospital
• kolkata police hospital
connectivity & public transport
the locality is well connected to various parts of kolkata via roads like the sarat bose road and park street. the metro line passes alongside the locality, and the netaji bhawan metro station is closest to the locality. other than the metro, there are buses, taxis, and autos available from the locality premises throughout the day.
schools, bank & fitness centers
schools
the schools around paddapukur are:
• julian day school
• chakraberia high school
• newton school
banks:
the banks in and around the paddapukur locality are:
• allahabad bank
• state bank of india
fitness centers:
some of the fitness centres in and around the paddapukur locality are:
• kronos
• amplified fitness centre
• proportion gym
popular landmarks near locality:
some of the popular landmarks around the paddapukur locality include:
• alipore zoo
• victoria memorial
• lake mall
• bangur institute of neurosciences
• harish park
