Area Overview
What makes Meghwalon Ki Basti special
MEGHWALON KI BASTI IS A BASTI — a dense residential quarter in the older city belt.
Basti denotes a quarter historically settled by a particular community or trade; here, a particular community.
Older property carries divided ancestral ownership and the title work is substantial.
Who Lives Here
Demographics, languages & community
Population
A settled population in the Jodhpur urban belt.
Languages
Official language: Hindi, with Hindi and English widely used.
Communities
North Indian (Other)
Large professional population
North Indian (Punjabi)
Established community
Hindi
Substantial long-settled community
South Indian
Corporate and IT community
Others
Communities from across India
An established Jodhpur locality under SMC, with a long-settled population.
Typical Residents
46%
Families
Local households and society residents
26%
Young Professionals
Salt Lake Sector V, New Town and city offices
12%
Investors
Buy-to-let and held units
10%
Students & Staff
The institutional belt
6%
Trade & Services
Local business
Food & Dining
From street food to fine dining
Taste of Meghwalon Ki Basti
From ₹20 street snacks to ₹2500 restaurant dining
Cheap Eats & Street Food
- Local market outlets₹40–180
Rolls, Chaat, Chinese
- Local dhabas₹80–250
North Indian, Parathas
- Local South Indian outlets₹60–180
Idli, Dosa
- Street food carts₹20–100
Chaat, Golgappe, Momos
- Local bakeries₹20–100
Bakes, Patties, Chai
Popular Restaurants
- Local market restaurants₹400–900
Multi-cuisine
- Sardarpura restaurants (5 km)₹700–1600
Multi-cuisine, Fine dining
- Society retail restaurants₹350–800
Multi-cuisine
- Sardar Market & Nai Sarak₹150–450
Hindi, Street food
- Local multi-cuisine restaurants₹300–700
North Indian, Chinese
Cafes & Bars
- Local market cafes₹200–500
Coffee, Snacks
- Sardarpura cafes (5 km)₹250–600
Coffee, Adda
- Local bakeries₹20–100
Bakes, Chai
- Mall cafes₹250–600
Coffee, Snacks
- Local tea stalls₹15–60
Chai, Snacks
Transport & Commuting
Getting around from Meghwalon Ki Basti
Exceptionally Connected
A Community Quarter & DISTRICT • Jodhpur has NO METRO — no line is operational or under construction • Sardarpura 10 min • Jodhpur Airport 20 km
Local Train
Jodhpur Junction is about 0 km; Meghwalon Ki Basti and the extensive suburban network are alternatives.
Metro
Jodhpur Metro runs FIVE LINES. The Blue Line — India’s first metro, running since 1984 — covers the north-south spine. The Green Line runs Meghwalon Ki Basti Umaid Bhawan grounds to Salt Lake Sector V THROUGH THE FIRST UNDER-RIVER TUNNEL IN INDIA. The Purple, Yellow and Orange Lines serve Joka, the airport and the eastern bypass, with further sections opening through 2026.
Airport
Jodhpur Airport about 20 km — around 48 minutes at peak.
Roads
The EM Bypass, VIP Road, Diamond Harbour Road and Barrackpore Trunk Road form the arterial network, with Chowringhee through the centre.
Commute Times from Meghwalon Ki Basti
Jodhpur has NO METRO — no line is operational or under construction Metro
3 min • Road
Sardarpura
10 min • Road
Sardarpura
10 min • Road
DND Flyway
8 min • Road
Jodhpur Airport
48 min • Road
Jodhpur Junction Station
9 min • Road
Meghwalon Ki Basti Station
3 min • Road
Meghwalon Ki Basti Umaid Bhawan grounds Metro
4 min • Road
Schools & Colleges
Schools, colleges & learning centres
Colleges & Universities
- Regional universities6 km
Multi-disciplinary • Private
- Regional institutes (Sector 62)4 km
Engineering • Private
- JNVU Jodhpur8 km
State University
- MDM Hospital10 km
Medical Campus
- JSS Academy (Sector 62)4 km
Engineering • Private
- IIT Jodhpur8 km
Institutes
Schools (K–12)
- Local CBSE schoolsWithin 2 km
CBSE • Established
- Delhi Public School8 km
ICSE • Well-regarded
- Regional international school6 km
CBSE • Premium
- Step by Step School (Sector 132)10 km
IB • International
- Somerville School (Sector 22)8 km
CBSE • Established
- Local CBSE schoolsWithin 3 km
CBSE • Established
Family & Kids
Playgrounds, activities & healthcare
Family-Friendly Living
Parks, schools and hospitals — all within reach
Parks & Play
- Local parks
- Riverfront (2 km)
- The Umaid Bhawan grounds
- Kaylana Lake
- Multiple society playgrounds
Healthcare
- Local hospitals — 2 km
- Fortis Hospital (Sector 62) — 5 km
- Kailash Hospital (Sector 27) — 4 km
- Multiple local clinics — walkable
- 24/7 pharmacies — multiple
Weekend Activities
- Local parks
- Sardarpura (5 km) (retail & dining)
- Umaid Bhawan grounds & Umaid Bhawan Palace
- Prinsep Ghat
- Libraries & reading rooms
Young Professionals & Students
Coworking, fitness & social life
Work, Play, Repeat
Coworking from ₹400/day • Gyms • SMC jurisdiction
Coworking Spaces
- Local shared offices
- Salt Lake Sector V
- New Town IT parks
- Day passes from ₹400
Fitness & Gym
- Multiple branded gyms
- Yoga studios
- Society swimming pools
- Morning walking groups
Work Cafes
- Starbucks
- Chaayos
- Cafe Coffee Day
- Multiple chai tapris
Nightlife
- Local dining
- Sardarpura restaurants
- Strong pub and bar culture
- Late-night adda tradition
Meghwalon Ki Basti vs Nearby Areas
Side-by-side with nearby localities
A practical comparison to help you decide if Meghwalon Ki Basti is the right fit versus neighbouring localities.
| Factor | Meghwalon Ki Basti | Kumhar Basti | Ram Mohalla | Sutharon Ka Mohalla | Paharganj Colony |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BHK Rent | ₹13K–20K | ₹13K–20K | ₹16K–24K | ₹14K–22K | ₹14K–22K |
| 2 BHK Rent | ₹23K–42K | ₹23K–42K | ₹27K–50K | ₹25K–46K | ₹25K–46K |
| Premium Rent | ₹60K–1.34L | ₹60K–1.34L | ₹70K–1.6L | ₹65K–1.47L | ₹65K–1.47L |
| Luxury Rent | ₹1.04L–2.73L | ₹1.04L–2.73L | ₹1.22L–3.25L | ₹1.12L–2.99L | ₹1.12L–2.99L |
| Train Station | Jodhpur Jn (4 km) | Jodhpur Jn (6 km) | Jodhpur Jn (3 km) | Jodhpur Jn (8 km) | Jodhpur Jn (5 km) |
| Metro Access | Metro Access | Under construction | Under construction | Under construction | Under construction |
| Airport Distance | Under construction | 12 km | 14 km | 10 km | 16 km |
| Nightlife | 13 km | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Education Hub | Moderate | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Good | Old City Access | 4 km | 5 km | 3 km | 6 km |
| Safety Rating | 4 km | 4.2/5 | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Food Scene | 4.0/5 | Very Good | Good | Very Good | Good |
| Green Spaces | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Good | Expat Friendly | Good | Good | Moderate | Moderate |
Why choose Meghwalon Ki Basti?
Meghwalon Ki Basti is a BASTI — a dense residential quarter in the older city, historically settled by a particular community.
Parks & Outdoors
Green spaces and recreation
Parks & Gardens
Local parks
Neighbourhood parks maintained by SMC.
Best for: Morning walks & families
Green belts
Planted belts about 2 km, part of the city’s grid layout.
Best for: Cycling & walking
The Umaid Bhawan grounds
The vast central green at the heart of the city.
Best for: Walks & evenings
Entertainment & Things to Do
Local market, Sardar Market (5 km), Ansal Plaza
Umaid Bhawan Palace (2 km),, Meghwalon Ki Basti Bridge,, Mehrangarh Fort
Local sports grounds, Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Police Lines ground
Sector temples, Local shrines & gurudwaras
Daily Living in Meghwalon Ki Basti: Shops, Banks & Services
Supermarkets, services & essentials
Supermarkets
- Local market
- Sardar Market (5 km)
- Sardar Market wholesale
- Blinkit & Zepto delivery
Pharmacies
- Apollo Pharmacy
- Wellness Forever
- Multiple 24/7 stores
- Home delivery available
Banks & ATMs
- SBI, HDFC, ICICI
- Kotak, Axis Bank
- ATMs every 200m
- UPI widely accepted
Gyms & Fitness
- Local gyms from ₹1000/mo
- Hotel gyms
- Cult.fit (Jodhpur)
- Yoga studios
Convenience
- 24/7 stores available
- Swiggy/Zomato active
- Laundry services
- Home services apps
Internet & Mobile
- Jio Fiber available
- Airtel Xstream
- Good 4G/5G coverage
- 100 Mbps from ₹699/mo
Parking
- Parking varies by street
- Wide planned roads
- Market parking tight
- Autos & cabs abundant
Libraries
- Local library
- School libraries
- Society libraries
- Local reading rooms
Property Prices in Meghwalon Ki Basti
Average monthly rents in Meghwalon Ki Basti (2026 estimates)
| Type | Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| PG / Shared | ₹6K – ₹7K | Students / Young professionals |
| 1 RK | ₹10K – ₹13K | Singles |
| 1 BHK | ₹13K – ₹20K | Couples / Young professionals |
| 2 BHK | ₹23K – ₹42K | Small families |
| 3 BHK | ₹36K – ₹69K | Families |
| 3 BHK Premium | ₹60K – ₹1.34L | Affluent families / Expats |
| Penthouse / Villa | ₹1.04L – ₹2.73L | HNIs / Senior management |
Note: A COMMUNITY QUARTER — basti and mohalla both denote a dense residential quarter, historically settled by a particular community or trade. Older property here carries DIVIDED ANCESTRAL OWNERSHIP and lanes are narrow with limited vehicle access. Prices shown are indicative for the surrounding belt. ASK FOR THE PARENT LOCALITY AND THE KHASRA NUMBER.
Pros and Cons of Renting in Meghwalon Ki Basti
What you should know before moving
What's Great
- ✓Local markets within walking distance
- ✓Central within the older city
What to Watch Out For
- VERY DENSE with narrow lanes and limited vehicle access
- DIVIDED ANCESTRAL OWNERSHIP is common on older property
- A SUB-AREA, not a standalone locality
- Jodhpur has NO METRO — no line is operational or under construction
- Establish whether the property holds a JDA patta and whether it is leasehold or freehold
Renting in Meghwalon Ki Basti: Pro Tips
Locality Ratings
4.2
Connectivity
3.2
Lifestyle
4.0
Safety
4.2
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