Gujarat

Ahmedabad

The Manchester of the East

68/100
Good
Rs 9k+1BHK Rent
AQI 75Moderate
Use normal cautionSafety
Family-readySettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
55.7 L
Census estimate
Area
464 km²
Elevation
53m
above sea level
Avg Temp
27°C
annual average
Cost Index
Medium
City Type
Metro
State
Gujarat
Coordinates
23.02°N
72.57°E

Livability Scores

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Education78
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Healthcare78
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Safety60
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Cost of Living71
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AQI51
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Transport78
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Lifestyle74
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Economy77
Weather73
National average
Best For
MetroIndustrialHeritageTextile Hub
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Flats in Ahmedabad

Employee-listed · No broker spam

3 BHK · Vaishnodevi Circle

₹26K–₹29K/mo

Dr., IOCL

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Air Quality Index

75
Satisfactory
Safe for most people outdoors
Good050
Satisfactory51100
Moderate101200
Poor201300
Very Poor301400
Severe401500
Source: CPCB via OpenAQMarch 2026
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Climate & Rainfall

Avg Temp
27°C
Hottest
33°C
Coolest
22°C
Annual Rain
901mm
J
F
M
A
M
Jun
J
A
S
O
N
D
Hot ≥33°CWarm 30–32°CPleasantRainfall

Source: IMD historical averages · Current month highlighted

City Essentials

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Top Hospitals

Civil Hospital Ahmedabad
Government Hospital
Maps ↗
VS Hospital
Government Hospital
Maps ↗
Apollo Hospitals Ahmedabad
Private Hospital
Maps ↗
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Key Institutions

IIM Ahmedabad
Business School
Maps ↗
NIT Surat (nearby)
NIT
Maps ↗
Gujarat University
State University
Maps ↗
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Transport Hubs

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport
9 km away
Maps ↗
Paldi Bus Stand
ISBT / State Bus
Maps ↗
Navrangpura
ISBT / State Bus
Maps ↗

Cultural Climate

Gujarati dominant. Hindi widely spoken. Comfortable for most North Indians.

Migrant Openness
Moderate
Language Barrier
Low
PSU Presence
Strong presence
City Character

Business-focused city with Gujarati cultural core; welcomes entrepreneurs and workers.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Ahmedabad

Rent ranges, schools, hospitals and vibe — area by area.

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Ahmedabad

Is Ahmedabad a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Ahmedabad scores 68/100 on CityDex. For PSU and government families, the strongest signals are schools, hospitals, rent levels, safety, and language comfort.

What should I check before accepting a transfer to Ahmedabad?

Check KV or CBSE school access, CGHS or reliable hospital coverage, 1BHK/2BHK rent, commute to office or township, safety, and whether your family is comfortable with the local language and climate.

How expensive is Ahmedabad for a transferred employee?

Ahmedabad is marked as Medium cost of living on CityDex. Use the rent and essentials sections to compare expected housing and monthly expenses before finalizing accommodation.

How is air quality in Ahmedabad?

Current air quality guidance for Ahmedabad is Moderate. Families with children or elderly parents should also check seasonal pollution patterns before choosing a locality.

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