Pune City Information

Food, Grocery, and Utilities

Food:

Pune is undoubtedly the hub of flavorful, luscious, and drooling food culture. From traditional tastes, multi-cuisines, to street food, all types of flavors are available here. Various types of savory eateries are available here within your budget. Maharashtrian Cuisines are very delectable and popular. Pune has everything a foodie can crave for. Some of the famous food and drinks are:

• Misal Pav- this is the most popular morning breakfast for Pune's people, which adds spice to your tongue and stomach. In total it is the best street food you can ever have.
• Vada-Pav
• Bhakarwadi
• Amti
• Bhel Puri
• Mastani - a desert
• Puran Poli
• Pithla Bhakri
• Varan Bhat
• Matki Ki Usal
• Thali Pith
• Alu chi Vada

There are a variety of non-vegetarian and seafood options for non-veg lovers, such as:

• Mutton Thali
• Chicken Thali
• Keema Thali
• Pomfret Thali
• Surmai Rava Fry Thali
• Chicken, Mutton, and Egg rolls, and Frankies are available, and many sorts of delectable non-vegetarian items are found here.

There are many options for those fond of sweets and desserts, and some are Shrikhand, Amras Puri, etc. There are various restaurants and street food that give you an unlimited variety of food, sweets, desserts, and beverages options from top to bottom price range. Here in Pune, almost all the street food and restaurants remain open from 10 am until midnight. Pune has a great nightlife culture, and that is why bars, lounges, or restaurants stay open till midnight.

Moreover, you can also get a restaurant vibe at your home by ordering food through food delivery apps. Many apps like Swiggy, Uber Eats, and Zomato deliver safer and more punctual food delivery from your favorite restaurants.

Grocery:

From basic/essential to non-essential items, all grocery items are available here in departmental stores, retail shops, local grocery stores, and Pune malls. Moreover, several online grocery apps deliver all your groceries at your doorstep safely, timely, and with fewer delivery charges. Thus, reduce your stress and transit cost. The grocery items' prices are quite affordable, but it is dependent on one's income. The average cost of groceries will cost you around ₹6000- ₹7000.

Utilities:

The monthly price of basic or essential utilities, including electricity, heating, cooling, and water for an average-sized apartment, amounts to around ₹ 2000- ₹3000. When we come to monthly utility prices, the inexpensive one is certainly the price of one minute of mobile phone services, though the internet isn't costly either, costing only ₹ 1000-1100 a month.

Education ( Schools, Universities, Colleges, and Institutions)

Pune is known as the 'Oxford of the East’. When Nehru visited Pune during his administration, he found Pune to be an array of educational and research centers. Pune is the kernel of various schools, universities, colleges, and institutes. Even during and before independence, education quality was so excellent, similar to today, and was a domicile to higher education institutes & research centers. Pune is renowned for its information technology research institutes. In the current scenario, Pune is a bonafide citadel of almost all academic disciplines. It is a residence to the leading and renowned institutes of management, defence, commerce, law, and science. Thousands of students across India and abroad are attracted to this city and wish to study here. As here, you get the quality of education at affordable ranges. The city has various deemed universities and private institutions of higher learning and education that are remarkably popular among Indian and global students. Apart from academic courses, Pune is a hub for various professional and skilled courses that can give a hike and boost in one's career and personality.

Besides being the top-ranked in education, the Pune schools, institutes, colleges, and universities are well-organized, technologically-advanced, equipped with all the necessary amenities, and have experienced professionals. Degree holder teachers, The education management is very much equitable and offers opportunities to all irrespective of caste, religion, gender, economic background, clean and apt environment for the students. Pune city has left no stone unturned to prove itself capable and reaching the global standards of education. The schools in Pune are affiliated to five boards: CBSE, ICSE, I.B., IGCSE, NIOS, and State board.

Marathi is an official language in the State, but in schools, the curriculum languages are mainly Hindi & English. And other additional language subjects are included: Sanskrit, German, French, and Spanish.

Universities

State University

• Savitribai Phule Pune University (primarily known as the University of Pune)

Deemed Universities

• Bharati Vidyapeeth
• Deccan College Post-Graduate and Research Institute
• Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (formerly Institute of Armament Technology)
• Dnyaneshwar Vidyapeeth
• Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics
• Indian Institute of Science Education and Research
• National Institute of Construction Management and Research
• National Defence Academy
• Tilak Maharashtra University
• Symbiosis International University

Private Universities

• M.I.T. Art, Design and Technology University
• Ajeenkya DY Patil University
• Flame University
• M.I.T. - World Peace University
• Spicer Adventist University
• Symbiosis International University
• Vishwakarma University

Engineering and Technology

Central Government

• Indian Institute of Information Technology, Pune

State Government

• College of Agriculture Pune
• College of Engineering Pune
• Government College Of Engineering & Research

Autonomous

• G. H. Raisoni College of Engineering & Management
• Maharashtra Academy of Engineering
• MKSSS's Cummins College of Engineering for Women
• Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology
• Vishwakarma Institute of Technology

Other

• AISSMS College of Engineering
• Army Institute of Technology, Pune
• College of Military Engineering, Pune
• Crow Wadia Institute of Technology
• Dhole Patil College of Engineering
• Indian Institute of Aeronautical Engineering & Information Technology
• International Institute of Information Technology, Pune
• ISB&M School of Technology
• Jayawantrao Sawant College of Engineering
• Jayawantrao Sawant Polytechnic
• Maharashtra Institute of Technology
• M.I.T. College of Engineering
• Modern Education Society's College of Engineering, Pune
• P.E.S. Modern College of Engineering, Pune
• Pune Institute of Computer Technology
• Pune Vidhyarthi Griha's College of Engineering & Technology
• Sinhgad Academy of Engineering
• Sinhgad College of Engineering
• Sinhgad Institute of Technology and Science
• Smt. Kashibai Navale College of Engineering
• Suman Ramesh Tulsiani Technical Campus - Faculty of Engineering

Management

Autonomous

• Department of Management Sciences
• G. H. Raisoni College of Engineering & Management

Other

• Balaji Institute of Modern Management Pune
• Balaji Institute of Telecom and Management Pune
• Institute of Management Development and Research
• M.I.T. School of Business
• National Institute of Bank Management
• National Insurance Academy
• Pune Institute of Business Management
• Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies
• Vishwakarma Institute of Management

Medical

• Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC)
• B. J. Medical College

Arts, Commerce, and Science

Autonomous

• Fergusson College

Other

• AISSMS College of Pharmacy
• Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce
• College of Pharmacy
• Dnyaneshwar Vidyapeeth
• Film and Television Institute of India
• ILS Law College
• Mahindra United World College of India
• M.I.T. Institute Of Design
• National School of Leadership
• Ness Wadia College of Commerce
• Nowrosjee Wadia College
• Sinhgad College of Pharmacy
• Sir Parshurambhau College
• Sri Shahu Mandir Mahavidyalaya
• St. Mira's College for Girls
• Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies
• Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research
• Symbiosis Law School
• Symbiosis School of Economics

Research Institutes

• Centre for Development of Advanced Computing
• Indian Institute of Science Education and Research
• Inter-University Centre for Astronomy & Astrophysics
• National Centre for Cell Science
• National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, which manages the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope
• National Chemical Laboratory
• National Institute of Virology

Schools

• Abhinava Vidyalaya
• Agrasen High School
• Anglo Urdu Boys' High School
• Army Public School
• AW Sindhu Vidya Bhavan
• The Bishop's School
• D.A.V. Public School
• Delhi Public School
• Don Bosco School
• D.S.K. School
• Hutchings High School
• Huzurpaga
• Indus International School
• Jnana Prabodhini Prashala
• J. N. Petit Technical High School
• Kendriya Vidyalaya
• Kendriya Vidyalaya Ganeshkhind
• Loyola High School
• Mercedes-Benz International School
• Modern High School & College
• Mount Carmel Convent School
• Muktangan English School & Jr. College
• Nagarvala Day School
• New India School
• Nutan Marathi Vidyalaya
• The Orbis School
• Panditrao Agashe School
• Pawar Public School
• PMC Vidya Niketan School
• Ryan International School
• S.P.M. School
• St. Anne's School
• St. Mary's School
• St. Thomas' School
• St Jude High School (Pune)
• St. Vincent's High School
• Sanskriti School
• Saraswati Vidyalaya Union High School
• Shanti Sadan School, Lonavla
• Sharad Pawar International School
• Shri Shivaji Preparatory Military School
• Spicer Memorial College Higher Secondary School
• Stella Maris English School
• Symbiosis International School
• Vibgyor High School
• Victorious Kids Educates
• Wisdom World School
• Trinity International School

Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune

• C. M. S. English Medium High School
• Global Indian International School
• Hindustan Antibiotics School
• Jai Hind High School and Junior College
• Jnana Prabodhini
• Vidya Niketan English Medium School
• Wisdom World School

Work Opportunities

Key Industries	Key Areas
Information technology	Pimpri-Chinchwad, Hinjewadi, Rajiv Gandhi InfoTech Park.
Finance	Mundhwa, Wakdewadi, Viman Nagar, Fergusson College Road, Fatima Nagar, Swargate.
banking	Viman Nagar, Akurdi, Shivaji Nagar, Yerawada, Nayak Marg, Magarpatta City, Hadapsar, Sadashiv Peth.
telecommunication	Magarpatta City Hadaspur, Shivaji Nagar, Lohegaon, Balewadi, Kharadi, Velu Phata, Satara Road.
Media	Dapodi, Balewadi, Hadapsar, Yerawada, Kharadi, Model Colony.
Retail	Sakore Nagar, Tadiwala Road, Chinchwad, Sadashiv Peth, Ashok Nagar, Koregaon Park.
tourism	Karve Nagar, Pimpri, Aundh, Jondhale Chowk, Udhyam Nagar, Gultekdi, Viman Nagar.
Infrastructure	Mauje-Baner, Wadgaon Sheri, Tal khed Chakan, Dapodi

Pune has always been a prime economic, educational, and research hub in Maharashtra. It continues to be so today, owing to the growing number of industries in the region: The automotive sector resides in the first position. The north of Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, has over 4000 manufacturing units contributing to the city’s economy. Another fact about Pune is that it is the headquarters of the Indian Air Force and a large military training camp. Other sectors that are emerging and dominant are IT and education. Thousands of millennial across the country and abroad come here for quality education and living. Seeing so many employment opportunities in Pune, it is needless to say that any jobseeker can find ample opportunities.

Medical Facility

The city has stellar and robust medical facilities with a peck of government and private hospitals. The cost of medical treatment may differ according to the medical institution you pick for your treatment. Medical tourism in Pune is leading in the country. The capital has a four-tier healthcare system. One can get treatment for any disease with global-level medical amenities.

Cost of Living

Pune is the second-largest city in Maharashtra, followed by Mumbai. Hence, the cost of living is difficult to determine and depends on location in which you live in Pune. As compared to Delhi, the cost of living in Pune is a bit lesser and higher than many other cities in southern India. It totally depends on one’s way of living. There are many costlier places and properties in Pune, but if you plan to move a little forward from the main town, you can significantly diminish your expenses.

Family of four estimated monthly costs are (excluding Rent)	₹ 89,597.32
A single person estimated monthly costs (excluding rent)	₹ 25,265.6
Cost of Living Index (excluding rent)	Pune is 3.8% less costly than Bangalore
Rent in Pune (average)	Pune is 12.6% lesser than Bangalore

Cost of Living Averages Table for Pune

Average Restaurant Prices

Meal (Inexpensive Restaurant)	Rs. 257.63
Domestic Beer (0.5 Litre)	Rs. 153.56
Water (0.33 Litre)	Rs. 24.02

Average Market Prices

Milk (1 Litre)	Rs. 49.49
Loaf Bread (500g)	Rs. 34.20
Eggs (12)	Rs. 63.23

Average Transport Prices

One Way Ticket	Rs. 19.65
Monthly Pass	Rs. 1027.59
Gasoline	Rs. 85.15

Average Utilities Prices

Basic (Water, Electricity, Garbage, Heating, Cooling)	Rs. 1823.75
1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local	Rs. 1.46
Internet (Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)	Rs. 1126.56

Average Leisure Prices

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult	Rs. 1457.69
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hr)	Rs. 419.19
Cinema, 1 Seat, International Release	Rs. 257.63

Average Clothing Prices

1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Comparable)	Rs. 2370.30
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store	Rs. 2487.47
1 Pair of Adidas Walking Shoes (Mid-Range)	Rs. 3611.12

Average Rent Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Center	Rs. 16071.74
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Center	Rs. 10025.55
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Center	Rs. 34508.69

Some Facts regarding the Cost of Living in Pune

• The cost of living in Pune is around ₹ 30k- ₹ 35k. The average rent in Pune for a one-bedroom apartment in the main city costs you around ₹ 18k-₹ 20k per month. Utilities will cost you around ₹ 2,000 a month. Other miscellaneous costs will cost you around ₹ 16,000 comprising shopping, sports and leisure activities, restaurants, and transportation for a single person.
• Pune seems less costly for accomodation as the average monthly salary of the people is around ₹ 45,000-₹ 50,000.
• The average salary in Pune is if a person is earning ₹ 50,000(After Tax), it is referred to as a good salary according to the average cost of living, which is ₹ 30k- ₹ 35k.
• The average one-bedroom apartment on rent in the main city of Pune will cost you around ₹ 20,000. Or if you wish to relocate to the outskirts of Pune, then the average cost of a one-bedroom apartment costs you around ₹ 12,000.

Tourism Destination In Pune

Museums

• Darshan Museum
• Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
• National War Museum
• Pune Tribal Museum
• Mahatma Phule Museum
• Tilak Museum
• Shivaji Maharaj Museum of Indian History
• Studio Kaleido
• Blades of Glory Cricket Museum
• Joshi's Museum of Miniature Railways
• National War Museum

Religious Sites in Pune

• Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple
• ISKCON NVCC Temple
• Sri Balaji Mandir
• Sarasbaug Ganpati Temple
• Chaturshrungi Temple
• Pu La Deshpande Garden
• Ranjangaon Ganpati Temple
• Parvati Temple
• Katraj Jain Temple
• Pataleshwar Cave Temple
• Bhuleshwar Temple
• Shri Satya Sai Pandurang Kshetra
• Sant Dnyaneshwar's Samadhi Mandir
• Morgaon Mayureshwar Temple
• BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
• Ramdara Mandir
• Trishundha Ganpati Temple
• Shri Wagheshwar Temple
• Shree Baba Maharaj Sahsrabuddhe Samadhi Mandir

Park

• Pu La Deshpande Garden
• Osho Garden
• Gram Sanskruti Udyan Village Park
• Kamla Nehru Park
• Seven Wonders Dream Park
• Sambhaji Park.
• nisargshala

Forts

• Sinhagad
• Shaniwar Wada
• Aga Khan Palace
• Shivneri
• Rajgad
• Torna
• Purandar
• Rohida
• Tung
• Hadsar
• Malhargad
• Koraigad
• Ghangad
• Lohagad
• Visapur Fort
• Tikona
• Mohangad
• Raigad
• Kenjalgad

Markets and Shopping

• Tulsi Baug
• Juna Bazar
• Laxmi Road
• Phule Market
• Fashion Street
• Mahatma Gandhi Road
• Fergusson College Road
• Raviwar Peth
• Hong Kong Lane
• Appa Balwant Chowk (A.K.A A.B.C. Market)
• Bajirao Road
• Pool Gate Vegetable Market

Malls in Pune

• Phoenix Marketcity (Pune)
• Amanora Mall
• Kumar Pacific Mall
• Seasons Mall
• 93 Avenue Mall
• Westend Mall

Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Booming IT Sector	Very Few street markets
Proximity to Holiday Destinations	Costly Auto Rickshaw Drivers
Astonishing Nightlife	Worst Public transport like buses.
Comfortable Lifestyle
Heavenly Climate
Cultural Values
Educational Hub
Rich Food and Lifestyle Culture
Wider Road and Less Traffic
You don’t need to know Marathi

Moving Guide in Pune

Are you planning to relocate to Pune? If so, then you have bumped on the right track. Before approving any move, there are certain things you need to consider before your move. Pune is the second largest city of Maharashtra, following Mumbai. It is prominently known for its historical culture, heritage, education, research, and well economy. Pune is famous and known by various names, and it is a warm, welcoming city. It has a great vibe, and one can easily get settled here. So, secure your seatbelt and be ready for the Pune Guide.

1. Research before Move

Before initiating your move, search for all the things that are required for the move. Before moving to Pune, check out all the details about the city. Pune has a diverse culture and vibrant feel. But, it is advisable to consider some necessary things before relocation.

2. Finance Management

You have researched all the necessary things before relocating to Pune, but don’t know finance management. Then, you will have to face many troubles. Shifting to a new city with no financial support is hard. It requires lots of planning, budget, and stress, and even though the cost of living in Pune is inexpensive, you can never be too meticulous. Make sure you have adequate funds to help you in thick and thin.

3. Climate Control

Pune has a pleasant and good climate throughout the year, and one would love to stay here for longwith an average temperature varying from 21-30 degrees Celsius. All three summer, winter, and monsoon seasons are pretty much endearing.

4. Design your Moving Checklist

Last but not least, the most important work is to prepare your moving checklist. It is always advised that big decisions need to be made in advance. Before moving to Pune, you need to enlist considerable things. So, prepare a checklist before relocating to Pune and determine where you & your family would live.

5. Hire Packers and Movers

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