Karnataka

Bangalore

Silicon Valley of India

78/100
Good
Rs 12k+1BHK Rent
AQI 104Unhealthy (Sensitive)
SafeSafety
Family-readySettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
84.4 L
Census estimate
Area
741 km²
Elevation
920m
above sea level
Avg Temp
24°C
annual average
Cost Index
High
City Type
Metro
State
Karnataka
Coordinates
12.97°N
77.59°E

Livability Scores

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Education79
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Healthcare94
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Safety76
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Cost of Living75
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AQI77
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Transport79
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Lifestyle90
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Economy78
Weather84
National average
Best For
MetroTech HubPleasant Climate
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Flats in Bangalore

Employee-listed · No broker spam

2 BHK · Vh

₹25K–₹30K/mo

Test, IOCL

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Air Quality Index

104
Moderate
Sensitive groups should reduce outdoor time
Good050
Satisfactory51100
Moderate101200
Poor201300
Very Poor301400
Severe401500
Source: CPCB via OpenAQ
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Climate & Rainfall

Avg Temp
24°C
Hottest
26°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

Victoria Hospital
Government Hospital
Maps ↗
Narayana Health City
Private Hospital
Maps ↗
Manipal Hospital
Private Hospital
Maps ↗
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Key Institutions

Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Institute of Eminence
Maps ↗
IIM Bangalore
IIM
Maps ↗
NIMHANS
Mental Health Institute
Maps ↗
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Transport Hubs

Kempegowda International Airport
28 km away
Maps ↗
Hosur Aerodrome
39 km away
Maps ↗
Jakkur Aerodrome
12 km away
Maps ↗

Cultural Climate

One of the most migrant-friendly cities. Kannada useful for daily interactions, not essential.

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

Tech hub with massive inflow from all over India. English is the common language of work.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Bangalore

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

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Bangalore

Is Bangalore a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Bangalore scores 78/100 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 Bangalore?

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 Bangalore for a transferred employee?

Bangalore is marked as High 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 Bangalore?

Current air quality guidance for Bangalore is Unhealthy (Sensitive). Families with children or elderly parents should also check seasonal pollution patterns before choosing a locality.

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