Bavdhan

18°32′7″N 73°46′58″E / 18.53528°N 73.78278°E / 18.53528; 73.78278Country IndiaStateMaharashtraDistrictPune DistrictGovernment • BodyPune Municipal CorporationElevation570 m (1,870 ft)Population • Total2.5 lakhsLanguages • OfficialMarathiTime zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)Vehicle registrationMH-12Lok Sabha constituencyBaramati (Lok Sabha constituency)Civic agencyPune Municipal Corporation

Bavdhan is a suburb located along the Western Metropolitan Corridor of Pune, Maharashtra, India. It has become a popular residential area and features cafés and newly opened brand stores. Bavdhan is surrounded by hills, showcasing its natural beauty. Just off the Mumbai-Bangalore national highway, Bavdhan serves as the outlet for Mumbai-Pune expressway. Bavdhan, consisting of Chandani Chowk, is bordered by Pashan on the North, Bhugaon village on the West, NDA reserved forest area on the South and Kothrud on its Eastbound Exit.

Administration

Bavdhan is part of the Khadakwasla (Vidhan Sabha constituency).^[1] It has two ward representatives in Pune Municipal Corporation. It is also having various residential apartments and soceities. It also has all facilities like clinics, ATM, medical shops, restaurants, garden hotels, Petrol pump, temples, grocery and general shops. It is one of the coolest and peaceful place for living.

Transportation

Bavdhan is well connected to Kothrud, Paud Road, Baner, Aundh, Pashan, Pune University, and Sus via excellent roads. The Shivajinagar railway station is about 10 km away (30 mins), the Pune Junction railway station is about 14 km (40-45 mins) away and the Pune airport about 22 km away (60-75 mins). Direct buses are available from Bavdhan to Pune Municipal Corporation, University Circle, Hinjawadi, Pashan Circle, Kothrud, Karve road, Deccan Gymkhana, Marketyard^[2] and Pune Station.^[3]

Lifestyle

Bavdhan has quite a few defence establishments, making it green and well maintained. The 'Necklace Garden' which passes through the DRDO estate happens to be a go-to choice for many health enthusiasts.

Infrastructure

Shapoorji Pallonji launches its largest realty project ‘Vanaha^[4]’ near Bavdhan, Pune^[5] Proximity to Flame University & Oxford Golf Course.

References