Preetam Smurti AnandRahatani, Pune

Rahatani is in Pune, Maharashtra. It is one of the famous suburbs bordering Pimpri-Chinchwad and is located in the eastern part of Pune City.

Rahatani is home to Indians and people from all walks of life but is mostly populated by IT experts working at the Rajiv Gandhi InfoTech Park. It's also home to several businesses and industries. 

What's Great About Rahatani

Rahatani is a major residential area in Pune situated near the IT centers in Hinjewadi. The area has good connectivity to the rest of the city via major roads like the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. 

Rahatani also borders well-known areas like Wakad, Aundh, Pimple Saudagar, and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

Malls like the Premier Plaza Mall and City One Mall are just within 10 - 15 km of the area. Plus, Pune Airport is only 25 km away if you need to fly out of the city.

Lastly, rentals and properties are still affordable in Rahatani compared to areas like Pimpri and Wakad, hence an ideal place to rent an apartment or buy property.

What's Not Great About Rahatani

Though habitable, Rahatani needs improvement in the following areas:

First, the potholed roads can be problematic if you drive to work daily. Plus, parts of the area are filled with garbage due to illegal littering. Lastly, frequent road repairs in Rahatani interfere with power lines causing periodic outages.

Shopping Malls & Market, Banks, Airport, and Railway Station Nearby

The locality gives you access to shopping malls, markets, banks, bus terminals, an airport, and the railway station. 

Malls

• Xion Mall 
• Premier Plaza Mall 
• City One Mall 
• Garnesh Ace Acarde
• Tulshibag

Banks

• Pune Urban Bank
• Karad Urban bank
• Poornawadi Nagrik Sahakari Bank Maryadit
• Prerana Co-operative Bank

Airport

• Pune Airport is about 25 km away.

Bus Stands

• Ramnagar Bus Stand
• Rahatani Gaon
• Shivraj Nagar bus stop
• Vijaynagar Bus Stop

Railway Station

• The Pimpri Railway is only 4 km away.

Cinema

• Ashok Cinema
• City Royal Cinemas

Overall, Rahatani offers all the convenience you may need: all-inclusive shopping at City One Mall, multiple banking options, and nearness to the Pune International Airport/Pimpri Railway, just to mention a few.

Physical Infrastructure and Livability Index of Rahatani

Rahatani is well served with basic amenities, e.g., electricity, water supply, and sewage disposal, ensuring a satisfactory living standard. Rahatani is also well-connected via roads like the Wakad-Bhosari BRTS and Kalewadi Road, linking you to nearby localities like Pimple Saudagar and Kakade Park, respectively. Plus, you have access to Pimpri Railway and Pune Airport. 

Popular Roads in Rahatani

The are several famous roads linking Rahatani to nearby areas.

The Mumbai-Pune Expressway is a four-lane highway that connects the two cities in 3.5 hours. The Pune-Nashik Highway also passes through towns like Pimpalgaon Baswant like before stretching out to Nashik City.

Another popular highway, the Mahabaleshwar Road, passes through areas like Bhor and Lonand and ends in the popular tourist destination of Mahabaleshwar. 

Home Services in Rahatani- Interior / Movers & Packers / Rental Furniture & Appliances / Solar Roof Top Services

Rahatani locality has plenty of home services to make your life easier. Radha Swami and Pratham Relocation Packers and Movers are the closest relocators if you need to move from point A to B in Rahatani.The locality hosts multiple interior designers.  Concept Kitchen & Interiors, Goldenray Interiors, Edge Spot interiors, and Magic Feel Interiors are within 5 to 15 km of Rahatani.You can also rent sofa sets and beds from Mohit Furniture Appliances Rental Service or KK Rental Services within the area.And if you need to install a solar rooftop, you can outsource the job to Vikram Solar Limited, Four Points Solar Solutions, Oriana Solar, or Concept Powertech Pvt. Ltd. 

Social Infrastructure - Schools, Restaurants, Healthcare Centers 

Rahatani harbours several reputable schools, restaurants, and healthcare centres should you need medical attention.

Schools

The locality is home to some of the top schools, including the following: 

• Sunshine School, 
• SNBP International School, 
• Kaka's International School 
• Swami Vivekanand National School
• Bhikoba Tambe 
• Podar International School

Restaurants

• Fly Curry Restaurant
• Kautik Restaurant & Bar
• Hotel Sitara Garden
• THE COTTAGE by SAWA
• Shivar Garden Restuarant

Fast Food Points

• Burger King
• Taste of Indore
• McDonald's
• Krushnaleela food corner
• Eatsome

Hospitals

• Apex Hospital 
• Lotus Multi-speciality Hospital,
• Phoenix Hospital 
• Ijamata Hospital
• Vighnaharta Multi-Speciality Hospital
• Mangalmurti Hospital
• OMKAR KHALANE HOSPITAL
• Metro Multispeciality Hospital

SNBP International School in Rahatani is one of Pune's finest. Rahatani is also home to over three multispecialty hospitals, meaning all your health needs are catered for.

You also get to enjoy different cuisines, including delicacies from McDonald's and Burger King.

Nearby Localities to Rahatani

Rahatani neighbours many other localities, so you can explore nearby areas effortlessly.

Some well-known locations include:

How People Rate Rahatani

People who live in Rahatani eschew its sense of community and close-knit vibe.

The neighbourhood is peaceful, with various amenities like malls, recreational centres, adequate water, hospitals, schools, eateries, etc. It's also well-connected with efficient and convenient transport links to areas like Pimple Saudagar, Aundh, Pimpri, and Pune.

Rahatani's positive rating is easy to understand:

The apartments are elegant and gated; the security is okay; several banks and ATMs, restaurants, and fun points like SPOT 18, where you can enjoy food at nearby eateries before catching a movie at the City Royal Cinemas.

How to Visit Rahatani

Rahatani is a 2-hour drive from Mumbai and easy to access by car or bus.

Pune is even closer to Rahatani–  a short 27-minute drive. You can also hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi from Pune to Rahatani if that's more convenient. 

Fun Spots in Rahatani 

You can never run out of fun spot options when in Rahatani. I LOVE WAKAD is a famous selfie spot if you love going out for photo shoots. Or you can go trekking and hiking in the Marunji hills.

The 8 to 80 park is another excellent family chill spot with multiple activities to enjoy. And if you love exploring history, try the Shree Moraya Gosavi Ganpati Mandir Temple.

Rahatani Vs. Neighbouring Localities

Rahatani is more affordable than the affluent neighbouring areas like Wakad, Amanora Park Town, or Baner. It's much cheaper and easier to buy property here than in the latter areas. Still, it's better connected to major cities and richer in amenities than less-developed residential areas like Jyotiba Nagar.

The Takeaway

Rahatani is an excellent locality if you want to be close to the city but still enjoy a sense of community. There's plenty to do in the area, and the residents are welcoming. This locality is worth considering if you're looking for a new place to call home.