Greater Kailash

Greater Kailash (often referred to as GK) is a residential area in South Delhi, comprising several neighborhoods and multiple markets. It is one of the poshest neighborhoods of Delhi and is home to some of the most affluent families of Delhi. It is divided into two zones, namely Parts 1 and 2, located around a section of the Outer Ring Road. It is sought after both in the commercial and residential categories. The neighborhood registered a 4.4% growth in residential sales and was recently featured alongside Green Park, Defense Colony, Vasant Vihar and Anand Niketan in the 2019 edition of Knight Frank 's quarterly report on prime luxury residential properties in various megacities around the globe.In 2009 Greater Kailash was rated as the safest place in Delhi by The Times of India,[1] after 2008 serial blast took place in GK - 1, M-Block market.[2]

Greater Kailash
posh neighbourhood
Greater Kailash
Location in Delhi, India
Coordinates: 28.544342°N 77.23971°E / 28.544342; 77.23971
Country India
StateDelhi
DistrictSouth Delhi
MetroNew Delhi
Languages
 • OfficialHindi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
110 048
Planning agencyMunicipal Corporation of Delhi

Greater Kailash 1
Main road in Greater Kailash-1 as seen from foot over bridge of Kailash Colony Metro Station

Greater Kailash 1 (GK-I) was developed in the 1960s by DLF Limited when Delhi Government allowed private developers to build colonies and is today one of the most affluent neighborhoods in the city, home to well-known politicians, business personality and people associated with Bollywood industry. GK 1 markets in M and N Block are some of the most popular markets among Delhites and tourists because of its wide range of shopping, restaurants, bars, etc. Home to a wide range of international and national retail stores, such as Giovanni, Next, Puma, Nike, Adidas, Lacoste, United Colors of Benetton, Carlton and several restaurants and coffee houses such as Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Cafe Coffee Day, Bohemia, etc. The Office of ASSOCHAM was there in Zamrudpur Community Centre till May 2013.

Greater Kailash Part 2

Greater Kailash-II is considered to be one of the posh areas in South Delhi.[3][4] The development of Greater Kailash-I was followed by the expansion of Greater Kailash Part II, which has easier accessibility to the Outer Ring Road of New Delhi. M-Block, GK II is a popular market, with many restaurants, coffee shops, sanitary shops and beauty salons. It is one of the largest hubs for sanitary ware in Northern India. Recently the market has experienced heavy footfall due to several posh restaurants, salons and banks.[5]

Real Estate

Established in the early 1960s, Greater Kailash today is among the most affluent neighborhoods in the capital city. The Locality has two metro stations on the violet and magenta lines. It has its own prime market which hosts numerous opulent salons, boutiques and eating joints. Property rates have always been high in this colony due to the numerous facilities available. Builder floors and independent villas cost anywhere between INR 6-25 crores (the US $800,000 - $ 9,000,000) in this colony. Rental rates are also very high due to which this residential area is among the most expensive pin codes of New Delhi.

Educational institutions

Hospitals

Religious buildings

Accessibility
  • The Domestic Airport is 17 km from Greater Kailash.
  • The International Airport (IGI) is 22 km from Greater Kailash.
  • The Nizamuddin Railway station is approximately 9 km from Greater Kailash
  • The New Delhi Railway Station is approximately 15 – 16 km from Greater Kailash

Contiguous Neighborhoods

References
  1. "GK, C R Park among 24 safe city colonies". Times of India. 19 December 2009. Retrieved 13 September 2014.
  2. "Serial blasts rock Delhi; 30 dead, 90 injured". Times of India. TOI. Retrieved 29 July 2015.
  3. "Congress banks on President's daughter to win Delhi's GK seat". Times of India. Retrieved 29 July 2015.
  4. "Gulshan kumar A tribute to the entrepreneurial skills of Gulshan Kumar, who made music". Rediff. Sunday magazine. Retrieved 29 July 2015.
  5. "Cryptic tales". Times of India. Retrieved 29 July 2015.
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