Skanda GatewayDoddaballapura, Bangalore

Doddaballapur is a locality in Bangalore that is popularly known as the industrial city of Bangalore. Doddaballapur, 40 km away from the main city of Bangalore, has now become a thriving residential and commercial hub, which is heavily in demand.

Residents are choosing to shift their base to this upscale locality because of its consistent growth and development, convenient lifestyle, and low cost of living, as compared to the other luxurious localities of Bangalore. Dodda means "big" in Kannada, from which the place got its name, Doddaballapur.

Located near the Bangalore-Hindupur state highway, the locality offers great connectivity and access to top educational and commercial centres, which makes it a popular residential hub. The most common configuration in demand is 2 BHK and 3 BHK apartments and residential plots that new residents are either renting or investing in.

Doddaballapur is also a town renowned for weaving silk sarees and high agricultural produce. The town is rich in apparel parks, Tech parks, MNCs, and many national and international garments factories, so several commuters travel daily from nearby localities for work. The proposed BIAL IT Investment Region is the largest in India and is one of the main reasons why people are considering investing in the neighbourhood.

What is Good in Doddaballapur?

• Strong connectivity with other parts of the city with its proposed Satellite Town Ring Road (STRR) and Peripheral Ring Road. 
• Doddaballapur Main Road provides excellent connectivity to important employment hubs, social and physical amenities, and nearby residential localities.
• The existence of the silk power loom industry is a major source of employment in Doddaballapur. 
• Affordable real estate prices and rentals because of the presence of MNCs, IT parks, top-notch educational institutes, and various industries.

What Can Be Better in Doddaballapur?

• The scarcity of water is a persistent problem in the locality; however, the municipality is working to resolve the concern.
• Heavy traffic jams during peak hours and lack of parking spaces are also a concern.
• Monsoon becomes a tough time to commute because of the deteriorating condition of the roads.
• Although private cabs are easily available, sometimes, during peak hours, the services can get quite expensive, which hinders smooth transportation.

Physical Infrastructure and Livability Index

Doddaballapur offers several transport options and great connectivity to the core of Bangalore and nearby localities. The major Bangalore-Hindupur State Highway-9 connects Doddaballapur to major towns and areas and eases the accessibility options of the residents.

The neighbourhood also has well-structured roads, with Doddaballapur main Road as the major connection to other employment, market, educational, and recreational areas of Bangalore.

Social Infrastructure

Doddaballapur offers some of the richest amenities, including restaurants, banks, shopping malls, supermarkets, and transport options that guarantee a smooth lifestyle and comfortable living to the residents.

Restaurants

• Parnitha Family Restaurant
• Hotel Sweet Heart
• Maha Naati Ruchi
• Dhonne Biryani
• Udupi Upahar

Banks & ATM

• Canara Bank
• Karnataka Bank
• Federal Bank Doddaballapur
• City Union Bank
• SBI Bank

Metro Station

• Dasarahalli Metro Station            
• Jalahalli Metro Station  
• Peenya Industry Metro Station 
• Peenya Metro Station
• Nagasandra Metro Station          

Airport

• Kempegowda International Airport - 35 km away

Bus Terminals

• Doddaballapur Tollgate
• Rangappa Circle Doddaballapur
• Doddaballapur Government Bus Stand

Railway Stations

• Doddaballapur railway station on the Bangalore - Guntakal Electrified Double Line

Parks

• Yellupura park
• Varadanahalli
• Dr Annie Besant Park
• Childer's Park

Overall, Doddaballapur is an upscale and promising locality that offers some of the best amenities, services, and lifestyle choices for the residents.

Popular Roads in Doddaballapur

Some of the most popular roads in Doddaballapur are:

• Doddaballapur Road: You can access the popular IT corridor like Outer Ring Road through this road and National Highway-44.
• National Highways: The National Highways, NH44, NH648 and State Highway-74 with SH-9, are all in proximity and easily accessible for both inter-city and state travel.
• Doddaballapur Main Road, D Cross Road, and Konagatta Road: You can easily connect with other localities via these roads.

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Transport Services Availability

The best way to commute in Doddaballapur is through the local buses, private cabs, and autos. You can drive from the 4-lane Karnataka State Highway 9 that passes through Doddaballapur and connects Dobbaspet to Hosur.

Doddaballapur railway station connects the locality to various cities like Mumbai, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Anantapur, and Dharmavaram. The closest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated north of Bangalore.

How People Rate this Locality

The residents and visitors of Doddaballapur rate this locality highly at 5/5 in terms of transport options, connectivity, safety, and amenities. It is rated 4/5 on the condition of roads, environment, and lifestyle. Due to the sudden surge in demand for residential and commercial properties in Doddaballapur, the locality has witnessed increased rental demands, transportation demands, and traffic jams.

However, the cost of living in Doddaballapur is quite low, because of which several residents of nearby residential areas are shifting base here. Also, the availability of rich amenities in its vicinity has attracted high ratings and positive reviews from several people residing in this locality.

How to Visit Doddaballapur

If you are travelling from another city, you can either reach Doddaballapur through its railway station or the nearby Kempegowda airport. Other important railway stations that connect Doddaballapur to nearby cities are Rajanukunte Railway Station, Yelahanka Junction Railway Station, and Bettahalsoor Railway Station.

Doddaballapur New Bus Stand, Hasanghatta Cross Bus Stop, and Bus Stop Doddaballapur help you connect to the locality from other localities. You can also reach the neighbourhood from any part of the city using private cab services and autos that are available 24/7.

Places To Visit in Doddaballapur

Doddaballapur offers several recreational and entertaining places for residents and tourists. You can visit the beautiful Nandhi hills or seek blessings from the Almighty by visiting the Ghati Subramanya Swamy Temple.

Doddaballapur is a luxury locality where you can spend a great weekend with your friends and family members at malls like Garuda Mall, Galleria Mall, and BDK Shopping Mall.

Other interesting places to visit are the historical Makalidurga Fort, Devanahalli Fort, and the Bangalore Palace. These places have a cultural and historical significance which you must experience.

You must also enjoy the natural beauty at the Ghati Subramanya and explore a variety of flora and fauna at Lalbagh Botanical Garden. Take a stroll at the Grover Zampa Vineyards, Kinvah, and Hesaraghatta Lake for a great experience.

Locality Comparison

As compared to other nearby localities like Thubagere, Kodigehalli, Thammasettihalli, Alahalli, and Kakkehalli, Doddaballapur, Bangalore is more popular because of its upcoming developments, rapid increase in investment growth, and rising demand for residential real estate.

Some of the core reasons why people prefer living in Doddaballapur are because of the two-laning work of the Doddaballapur-Gauribidanur-Andhra Pradesh border, a proposed theme park, rigorous industrial development, and constantly improving connectivity.