Area Overview
What makes Bhumkar Chowk Wakad special
Bhumkar Chowk sits on the Wakad side of the Hinjewadi road, and it is the closest part of Wakad to the IT park. That single fact drives its rental market.
The chowk links the Hinjewadi road to the Bhumkar Vasti and Kaspate Wasti sides, and the belt around it has filled with newer society towers over the last decade — the housing here is younger than at Datta Mandir.
Metro Line 3 runs along the Hinjewadi road immediately west, which will make this one of the better-connected pockets in Wakad once it opens.
Who Lives Here
Demographics, languages & community
Population
A young, largely rental population working in Hinjewadi, with newer society stock and a growing family segment.
Languages
Official language: Marathi. Hindi and English dominate given the IT rental population.
Communities
North Indian
Very large IT workforce
Hindu (Maharashtrian)
Village and long-settled families
South Indian
Large Telugu and Tamil presence
Bengali & Eastern
Significant IT community
Others
Communities from across India
A largely post-2010 residential pocket, with a high proportion of renters working in the Hinjewadi IT park.
Typical Residents
38%
Young Professionals
IT, engineering and services
28%
Families
Society households
18%
Singles / Shared
Flatmates and PG accommodation
10%
Business Owners
Local trade
6%
Retirees & Others
Long-term residents
Food & Dining
From street food to fine dining
Taste of Bhumkar Chowk Wakad
From ₹30 street snacks to ₹2000 restaurant dining
Cheap Eats & Street Food
- Bhumkar Chowk food carts₹30–100
Vada Pav, Rolls
- Hinjewadi road eateries₹80–220
North Indian, Chinese
- PG-belt mess kitchens₹70–160
Thali, Home-style
- South Indian tiffin houses₹60–160
Dosa, Idli, Filter Coffee
- Xion Mall food court (4 km)₹200–500
Multi-cuisine
Popular Restaurants
- Barbeque Nation (Wakad)₹1300–1700
Grill Buffet
- Mainland China (Wakad)₹1200–1800
Chinese
- Kalinga (Hinjewadi)₹700–1300
North Indian, Mughlai
- Local multi-cuisine restaurants₹300–700
North Indian, Chinese
- Effingut (Baner)₹1200–2000
Brewpub, Global
Cafes & Bars
- Starbucks (Wakad)₹300–700
Coffee, Brunch
- Cafe Coffee Day (Bhumkar Chowk)₹200–450
Coffee, Bites
- Local chai tapris₹20–80
Chai, Snacks
- Doolally Taproom (Baner)₹900–1600
Craft Beer, Bar Food
- Society clubhouse cafes₹100–300
Coffee, Snacks
Transport & Commuting
Getting around from Bhumkar Chowk Wakad
Exceptionally Connected
Hinjewadi Road • Metro Line 3 (coming) • PMPML • Expressway 5 km
Local Train
No suburban rail. Chinchwad and Akurdi on the Pune–Lonavala line are each about 9 km east.
Metro
Pune Metro Line 3 runs along the Hinjewadi road immediately west of the chowk. Under construction.
Airport
Pune Airport about 26 km east — around 62 minutes at peak.
Roads
The Hinjewadi road runs past the chowk, linking to the Bhumkar Vasti and Kaspate Wasti sides and on to Datta Mandir.
Commute Times from Bhumkar Chowk Wakad
Hinjewadi Phase 1
10 min • Road
Datta Mandir Chowk
5 min • Road
Wakad centre
7 min • Road
Baner
18 min • Road
Pimple Saudagar
13 min • Road
Chinchwad
22 min • Road
Pune Airport
62 min • Cab
Expressway entry
12 min • Road
Schools & Colleges
Schools, colleges & learning centres
Colleges & Universities
- Indira College of Engineering (Tathawade)4 km
Engineering
- 4 km
- PCCOE (Akurdi)11 km
Engineering
- Dr. D.Y. Patil Institute (Pimpri)12 km
Engineering • Autonomous
- Symbiosis Institute of Technology (Lavale)13 km
Engineering • Deemed
- MIT World Peace University (Kothrud)19 km
Engineering & Management
Schools (K–12)
- Akshara International School (Wakad)1.5 km
CBSE • Established
- Indira National School (Wakad)2 km
CBSE / IGCSE • Well-regarded
- Podar International (Wakad)3 km
CBSE • Well-regarded
- Blue Ridge Public School (Hinjewadi)6 km
CBSE • Township campus
- Mercedes-Benz International School (Hinjewadi)8 km
IB • International
- Vibgyor High (Balewadi)9 km
ICSE / IGCSE • Premium
Family & Kids
Playgrounds, activities & healthcare
Family-Friendly Living
Parks, schools and hospitals — all within reach
Parks & Play
- Society gardens
- Bhumkar Vasti open ground
- Wakad municipal garden (2 km)
- Local play areas
- Multiple society playgrounds
Healthcare
- Lifepoint Multispeciality (Wakad) — 2 km
- Sanjeevani Hospital (Wakad) — 2 km
- Ruby Hall Clinic (Hinjewadi) — 7 km
- Multiple local clinics — walkable
- 24/7 pharmacies — multiple
Weekend Activities
- Xion Mall (4 km)
- Grand Highstreet (5 km) (cinema & retail)
- Pawana Lake (28 km)
- Society clubhouses
- Libraries & reading rooms
Young Professionals & Students
Coworking, fitness & social life
Work, Play, Repeat
Coworking from ₹400/day • Gyms • Cafes • Hinjewadi 10 min
Coworking Spaces
- Awfis (Wakad)
- WeWork (Hinjewadi)
- Smartworks (Hinjewadi)
- 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
- Hinjewadi road eateries
- Bars close by 12:30 am
- Baner strip 18 min away
- Quieter in the societies
Bhumkar Chowk Wakad vs Nearby Areas
Side-by-side with nearby localities
A practical comparison to help you decide if Bhumkar Chowk Wakad is the right fit versus neighbouring localities.
| Factor | Bhumkar Chowk Wakad | Wakad | Datta Mandir Wakad | Bhujbalvasti Wakad | Hinjewadi Phase 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BHK Rent | ₹12K–19K | ₹13K–20K | ₹13K–20K | ₹12K–18K | ₹12K–18K |
| 2 BHK Rent | ₹21K–40K | ₹22K–42K | ₹22K–41K | ₹20K–38K | ₹20K–38K |
| Premium Rent | ₹55K–1.28L | ₹57K–1.34L | ₹57K–1.31L | ₹52K–1.22L | ₹52K–1.22L |
| Luxury Rent | ₹94K–2.6L | ₹99K–2.73L | ₹99K–2.66L | ₹90K–2.47L | ₹90K–2.47L |
| Train Station | No (9 km) | No (8 km) | No (8 km) | No (9 km) | No (11 km) |
| Metro Access | Metro Access | Line 3 (1 km) | Line 3 (coming) | Line 3 (2 km) | Line 3 (1 km) |
| Airport Distance | Line 3 (coming) | 26 km | 25 km | 25 km | 26 km |
| Nightlife | 29 km | Good | Very Good | Very Good | Good |
| Education Hub | Good | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good |
| Good | Beach Access | 109 km | 108 km | 108 km | 109 km |
| Safety Rating | 110 km | 3.9/5 | 4.0/5 | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Food Scene | 3.9/5 | Good | Very Good | Very Good | Good |
| Green Spaces | Good | Good | Good | Moderate | Good |
| Good | Expat Friendly | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good | Good |
Why choose Bhumkar Chowk Wakad?
Bhumkar Chowk is the shortest Hinjewadi run of any Wakad address — about ten minutes — with newer society stock than Datta Mandir and Metro Line 3 immediately west when it opens. Rental demand is the strongest in the suburb. The trade-offs are heavy Hinjewadi-road traffic at peak, a high proportion of renters, and less walkable retail than the Datta Mandir side.
Parks & Outdoors
Green spaces and recreation
Parks & Gardens
Society gardens
Landscaped gardens inside the newer developments, with walking loops and play areas.
Best for: Morning walks & play areas
Bhumkar Vasti open ground
Open ground on the village side, used for community cricket and events.
Best for: Evening sport
Wakad municipal garden
Ward-maintained garden about 2 km east, with a walking loop.
Best for: Weekend walks
Entertainment & Things to Do
Datta Mandir Chowk (2 km), Xion Mall (4 km), Grand Highstreet (5 km)
Grand Highstreet (5 km),, Pawana Lake (28 km),, Xion Mall (4 km)
Society clubhouses, Local cricket grounds, Badminton academies
Bhumkar Vasti temples, Wakad village shrines
Daily Living in Bhumkar Chowk Wakad: Shops, Banks & Services
Supermarkets, services & essentials
Supermarkets
- DMart (Wakad)
- Reliance Smart
- Chowk-side market
- 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
- Society clubhouse gyms
- Cult.fit (Wakad)
- Local gyms from ₹1000/mo
- 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
- Society parking standard
- Street parking tight on the chowk
- Mall parking paid
- Autos abundant
Libraries
- Society libraries
- Municipal library (2 km)
- College libraries at Tathawade
- Book stores at Xion
Property Prices in Bhumkar Chowk Wakad
Average monthly rents in Bhumkar Chowk Wakad (2026 estimates)
| Type | Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| PG / Shared | ₹6K – ₹9K | Students / Young professionals |
| 1 RK | ₹9K – ₹14K | Singles |
| 1 BHK | ₹12K – ₹21K | Couples / Young professionals |
| 2 BHK | ₹21K – ₹40K | Small families |
| 3 BHK | ₹33K – ₹66K | Families |
| 3 BHK Premium | ₹55K – ₹1.28L | Affluent families / Expats |
| Penthouse / Villa | ₹94K – ₹2.6L | HNIs / Senior management |
Note: Housing here is newer than elsewhere in Wakad, so the spread is narrower. Road-facing and interior stock differ in price and liveability. Deposit is typically 2–3 months rent.
Pros and Cons of Renting in Bhumkar Chowk Wakad
What you should know before moving
What's Great
- ✓The shortest Hinjewadi run of any Wakad address — about ten minutes
- ✓Metro Line 3 runs immediately west along the Hinjewadi road
- ✓Newer society stock than the Datta Mandir side
- ✓Akshara International School about 1.5 km, Indira National within 2 km
- ✓Lifepoint and Sanjeevani hospitals within 2 km
- ✓Ruby Hall Clinic at Hinjewadi about 7 km
- ✓The strongest rental demand in Wakad
- ✓Grand Highstreet about 5 km, Xion Mall about 4 km
- ✓Rental yields around 4–4.5%
- ✓Datta Mandir Chowk retail about 2 km east
What to Watch Out For
- The Hinjewadi road carries heavy traffic at both peaks
- A high proportion of renters affects society stability
- Less walkable retail than the Datta Mandir side
- No suburban rail; nearest stations about 9 km east
- Metro Line 3 is not operating yet
- Rents move with IT hiring cycles rather than local demand
- Water supply is intermittent in parts
- Construction continues across the Bhumkar Vasti side
- Road-facing buildings carry constant traffic noise
- Green space is limited in the immediate pocket
Renting in Bhumkar Chowk Wakad: Pro Tips
Locality Ratings
4.3
Connectivity
2.9
Lifestyle
3.9
Safety
4.0
Environment
