Area Overview
What makes Dhange Chowk Wakad special
Dhange Chowk sits on the Aundh–Ravet road at the eastern end of Wakad, closer to Pimple Saudagar and the Baner side than to Hinjewadi.
It is the most residential of Wakad’s chowks. The Aundh–Ravet BRT corridor runs through it, giving it better road connectivity eastward than the rest of the suburb, and society development here has been steadier and less speculative.
People who work at Hinjewadi but want distance from it tend to land here — the drive is longer, but so is the distance from the IT park’s traffic and weekday-only rhythm.
Who Lives Here
Demographics, languages & community
Population
A settled, family-weighted society population — more owner-occupiers than the Hinjewadi-facing pockets, with a professional rather than transient character.
Languages
Official language: Marathi. English and Hindi are common across the professional belt.
Communities
Hindu (Maharashtrian)
Largest community, long-settled
North Indian
Large professional population
South Indian
Established professional community
Hindu (Gujarati)
Trade and business community
Others
Communities from across India
A steadier, more owner-occupied society belt than the Hinjewadi-facing pockets of Wakad.
Typical Residents
38%
Families
Society households
28%
Young Professionals
IT, finance and services
16%
Business Owners
Local trade and retail
10%
Singles / Couples
Shared and rental housing
8%
Retirees
Long-term residents
Food & Dining
From street food to fine dining
Taste of Dhange Chowk Wakad
From ₹30 street snacks to ₹2000 restaurant dining
Cheap Eats & Street Food
- Dhange Chowk food carts₹30–110
Vada Pav, Chaat
- Aundh–Ravet road eateries₹80–220
North Indian, Chinese
- Local misal houses₹60–160
Misal Pav, Maharashtrian
- South Indian tiffin houses₹60–160
Dosa, Idli, Filter Coffee
- Society market eateries₹70–180
Thali, Chinese
Popular Restaurants
- Barbeque Nation (Wakad)₹1300–1700
Grill Buffet
- Mainland China (Wakad)₹1200–1800
Chinese
- The Urban Foundry (Baner)₹1200–2000
Continental, Bar
- Malaka Spice (Baner)₹1200–2000
Pan-Asian
- Local family restaurants₹300–700
North Indian, Chinese
Cafes & Bars
- Starbucks (Wakad)₹300–700
Coffee, Brunch
- Cafe Coffee Day (Dhange Chowk)₹200–450
Coffee, Bites
- German Bakery (Baner)₹250–550
Bakes, Coffee
- Doolally Taproom (Baner)₹900–1600
Craft Beer, Bar Food
- Local chai tapris₹20–80
Chai, Snacks
Transport & Commuting
Getting around from Dhange Chowk Wakad
Exceptionally Connected
Aundh–Ravet BRT • Metro Line 3 (coming) • Pimple Saudagar 8 min • Baner 12 min
Local Train
No suburban rail. Chinchwad and Akurdi on the Pune–Lonavala line are each about 7 km east.
Metro
Pune Metro Line 3 runs along the Hinjewadi road about 4 km west. Line 1 at Pimpri is about 8 km east.
Airport
Pune Airport about 24 km east — around 58 minutes at peak.
Roads
The Aundh–Ravet BRT road runs through the chowk, linking Wakad to Pimple Saudagar, Aundh and Ravet.
Commute Times from Dhange Chowk Wakad
Pimple Saudagar
8 min • Road
Baner
12 min • Road
Datta Mandir Chowk
6 min • Road
Hinjewadi Phase 1
22 min • Road
Aundh
15 min • Road
Chinchwad
15 min • Road
Pune Airport
58 min • Cab
Ravet
15 min • BRT Road
Schools & Colleges
Schools, colleges & learning centres
Colleges & Universities
- Indira College of Engineering (Tathawade)6 km
Engineering
- Dr. D.Y. Patil Institute (Pimpri)9 km
Engineering • Autonomous
- PCCOE (Akurdi)9 km
Engineering
- 6 km
- MIT World Peace University (Kothrud)16 km
Engineering & Management
- Fergusson College (Shivajinagar)16 km
Arts & Science • Autonomous
Schools (K–12)
- Podar International (Wakad)2 km
CBSE • Well-regarded
- Indira National School (Wakad)2.5 km
CBSE / IGCSE • Well-regarded
- Podar International (Pimple Saudagar)4 km
CBSE • Well-regarded
- Akshara International School (Wakad)3 km
CBSE • Established
- Vibgyor High (Balewadi)7 km
ICSE / IGCSE • Premium
- The Orchid School (Baner)11 km
CBSE • Well-regarded
Family & Kids
Playgrounds, activities & healthcare
Family-Friendly Living
Parks, schools and hospitals — all within reach
Parks & Play
- Society gardens
- Wakad municipal garden (2 km)
- BRT corridor greens
- Local play areas
- Multiple society playgrounds
Healthcare
- Lifepoint Multispeciality (Wakad) — 2 km
- Sterling Multispeciality (Pimple Saudagar) — 4 km
- Aditya Birla Memorial (Chinchwad) — 8 km
- Multiple local clinics — walkable
- 24/7 pharmacies — multiple
Weekend Activities
- Xion Mall (3 km)
- Baner strip (12 min) (brewpubs & dining)
- Pawana Lake (30 km)
- Society clubhouses
- Libraries & reading rooms
Young Professionals & Students
Coworking, fitness & social life
Work, Play, Repeat
Coworking from ₹400/day • Gyms • Cafes • Baner 12 min
Coworking Spaces
- Awfis (Wakad)
- Smartworks (Baner)
- WeWork (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
- Baner strip 12 minutes east
- Bars close by 12:30 am
- Quieter than the Hinjewadi side
- Settled at night
Dhange Chowk Wakad vs Nearby Areas
Side-by-side with nearby localities
A practical comparison to help you decide if Dhange Chowk Wakad is the right fit versus neighbouring localities.
| Factor | Dhange Chowk Wakad | Wakad | Datta Mandir Wakad | Pimple Saudagar | Baner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BHK Rent | ₹12K–19K | ₹13K–20K | ₹13K–20K | ₹13K–21K | ₹16K–25K |
| 2 BHK Rent | ₹21K–39K | ₹22K–42K | ₹22K–41K | ₹23K–44K | ₹28K–52K |
| Premium Rent | ₹55K–1.25L | ₹57K–1.34L | ₹57K–1.31L | ₹60K–1.41L | ₹73K–1.66L |
| Luxury Rent | ₹94K–2.54L | ₹99K–2.73L | ₹99K–2.66L | ₹1.04L–2.86L | ₹1.26L–3.38L |
| Train Station | No (7 km) | No (8 km) | No (8 km) | No (6 km) | No (10 km) |
| Metro Access | Metro Access | Line 3 (4 km) | Line 3 (coming) | Line 3 (2 km) | Line 3 (4 km) |
| Airport Distance | Line 3 (coming) | 24 km | 25 km | 25 km | 22 km |
| Nightlife | 20 km | Good | Very Good | Very Good | Good |
| Education Hub | Excellent | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good |
| Very Good | Beach Access | 110 km | 108 km | 108 km | 110 km |
| Safety Rating | 105 km | 4.0/5 | 4.0/5 | 4.0/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Food Scene | 4.2/5 | Good | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good |
| Green Spaces | Excellent | Good | Good | Moderate | Good |
| Good | Expat Friendly | Good | Very Good | Very Good | Good |
Why choose Dhange Chowk Wakad?
Dhange Chowk is the most residential corner of Wakad — steadier society development, more owner-occupiers, and the Aundh–Ravet BRT corridor giving it the best eastward connectivity in the suburb. Pimple Saudagar is eight minutes, Baner twelve, and the airport run is the shortest in Wakad. The trade-off is distance from Hinjewadi: about twenty-two minutes at peak, the longest of the Wakad pockets.
Parks & Outdoors
Green spaces and recreation
Parks & Gardens
Society gardens
Landscaped gardens through the newer developments, with walking loops and play areas.
Best for: Morning walks & play areas
Wakad municipal garden
Ward-maintained garden about 2 km west, with a walking loop and play area.
Best for: Weekend walks
BRT corridor greens
Planted verges and pocket greens along the Aundh–Ravet road.
Best for: Quick evening breaks
Entertainment & Things to Do
Datta Mandir Chowk (2 km), Xion Mall (3 km), Kunal Icon Road (5 km)
Xion Mall (3 km),, Baner strip (12 min),, Pawana Lake (30 km)
Society clubhouses, Local cricket grounds, Badminton academies
Dhange Chowk temples, Wakad village shrines
Daily Living in Dhange 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
- BRT corridor parking regulated
- Street parking moderate
- Autos abundant
Libraries
- Society libraries
- Municipal library (2 km)
- College libraries at Tathawade
- Book stores at Xion
Property Prices in Dhange Chowk Wakad
Average monthly rents in Dhange Chowk Wakad (2026 estimates)
| Type | Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| PG / Shared | ₹6K – ₹9K | Students / Young professionals |
| 1 RK | ₹9K – ₹13K | Singles |
| 1 BHK | ₹12K – ₹20K | Couples / Young professionals |
| 2 BHK | ₹21K – ₹39K | Small families |
| 3 BHK | ₹33K – ₹64K | Families |
| 3 BHK Premium | ₹55K – ₹1.25L | Affluent families / Expats |
| Penthouse / Villa | ₹94K – ₹2.54L | HNIs / Senior management |
Note: Prices sit at the upper end of Wakad, reflecting the settled residential character. Corridor-facing and interior stock differ in both price and liveability. Deposit is typically 2–3 months rent.
Pros and Cons of Renting in Dhange Chowk Wakad
What you should know before moving
What's Great
- ✓The most residential and settled of Wakad’s chowks
- ✓Aundh–Ravet BRT corridor — the best eastward road link in the suburb
- ✓Pimple Saudagar eight minutes, Baner twelve
- ✓The shortest airport run of any Wakad address, about 24 km
- ✓Podar International about 2 km, Indira National within 2.5 km
- ✓Lifepoint Hospital about 2 km, Sterling within 4 km
- ✓More owner-occupiers than the Hinjewadi-facing pockets
- ✓Xion Mall about 3 km, Datta Mandir retail about 2 km
- ✓Rental yields around 4–4.5%
- ✓Quieter at night than the rest of Wakad
What to Watch Out For
- The longest Hinjewadi run of the Wakad pockets — about twenty-two minutes
- The BRT corridor carries heavy through traffic at peak
- No suburban rail; nearest stations about 7 km east
- Metro Line 3 is about 4 km west, the furthest of the Wakad chowks
- Corridor-facing buildings carry constant traffic noise
- Water supply is intermittent in parts
- Green space is limited for the density
- Construction continues along the corridor
- Prices sit at the upper end of Wakad
- Less walkable retail than Datta Mandir
Renting in Dhange Chowk Wakad: Pro Tips
Locality Ratings
4.2
Connectivity
3.4
Lifestyle
3.9
Safety
4.1
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