Area Overview
What makes Ranoli special
Ranoli is an industrial town in the northern refinery and petrochemical belt.
It has very substantial industrial employment and a station on the northern line.
Air and water quality across this belt are reasonable local enquiries.
Who Lives Here
Demographics, languages & community
Population
A settled population in the Vadodara urban belt.
Languages
Official language: Gujarati, with Hindi and English widely used.
Communities
North Indian (Other)
Large professional population
North Indian (Punjabi)
Established community
Gujarati
Substantial long-settled community
South Indian
Corporate and IT community
Others
Communities from across India
An established Vadodara 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 Ranoli
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
- Alkapuri restaurants (5 km)₹700–1600
Multi-cuisine, Fine dining
- Society retail restaurants₹350–800
Multi-cuisine
- Mandvi & Raopura₹150–450
Gujarati, Street food
- Local multi-cuisine restaurants₹300–700
North Indian, Chinese
Cafes & Bars
- Local market cafes₹200–500
Coffee, Snacks
- Alkapuri 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 Ranoli
Exceptionally Connected
Industrial Town & DISTRICT • Vadodara has NO METRO — a Metro Neo / Metro Lite DPR was commissioned in early 2026; study stage, not build stage • Alkapuri 10 min • Vadodara Airport 20 km
Local Train
Vadodara Junction is about 0 km; Ranoli and the extensive suburban network are alternatives.
Metro
Vadodara Metro runs FIVE LINES. The Blue Line — India’s first metro, running since 1984 — covers the north-south spine. The Green Line runs Ranoli Sayaji Baug 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
Vadodara 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 Ranoli
Vadodara has NO METRO — a Metro Neo / Metro Lite DPR was commissioned in early 2026; study stage, not build stage Metro
3 min • Road
Alkapuri
10 min • Road
Alkapuri
10 min • Road
DND Flyway
8 min • Road
Vadodara Airport
48 min • Road
Vadodara Junction Station
9 min • Road
Ranoli Station
3 min • Road
Ranoli Sayaji Baug 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
- MS University of Baroda8 km
State University
- SSG Hospital10 km
Medical Campus
- JSS Academy (Sector 62)4 km
Engineering • Private
- MSU Faculty of Technology8 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 Sayaji Baug
- Sursagar 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
- Alkapuri (5 km) (retail & dining)
- Sayaji Baug & Sayaji Baug
- 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
- Alkapuri restaurants
- Strong pub and bar culture
- Late-night Surti adda tradition
Ranoli vs Nearby Areas
Side-by-side with nearby localities
A practical comparison to help you decide if Ranoli is the right fit versus neighbouring localities.
| Factor | Ranoli | Bajwa | Nandesari | Koyali | Savli |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BHK Rent | ₹13K–20K | ₹14K–22K | ₹13K–20K | ₹14K–22K | ₹13K–20K |
| 2 BHK Rent | ₹23K–42K | ₹25K–46K | ₹23K–42K | ₹25K–46K | ₹23K–42K |
| Premium Rent | ₹60K–1.34L | ₹65K–1.47L | ₹60K–1.34L | ₹65K–1.47L | ₹60K–1.34L |
| Luxury Rent | ₹1.04L–2.73L | ₹1.12L–2.99L | ₹1.04L–2.73L | ₹1.12L–2.99L | ₹1.04L–2.73L |
| Train Station | Vadodara Jn (5 km) | Vadodara Jn (7 km) | Vadodara Jn (4 km) | Vadodara Jn (9 km) | Vadodara Jn (6 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 | Riverfront 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 Ranoli?
Ranoli is an industrial town in the northern refinery and petrochemical belt, with substantial employment and rail access.
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 Sayaji Baug
The vast central green at the heart of the city.
Best for: Walks & evenings
Entertainment & Things to Do
Local market, Mandvi market (5 km), Inorbit Vadodara
Sayaji Baug (2 km),, Ranoli Bridge,, Laxmi Vilas Palace
Local sports grounds, Reliance Stadium, Kotambi Stadium
Sector temples, Local shrines & gurudwaras
Daily Living in Ranoli: Shops, Banks & Services
Supermarkets, services & essentials
Supermarkets
- Local market
- Mandvi market (5 km)
- Mandvi 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 (Vadodara)
- 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 Ranoli
Average monthly rents in Ranoli (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 |
Pros and Cons of Renting in Ranoli
What you should know before moving
What's Great
- ✓Very substantial industrial employment
- ✓A station on the northern line
- ✓Local market provision
What to Watch Out For
- THE REFINERY AND CHEMICAL BELT ADJOINS — documented air and water questions
- Heavy goods and tanker traffic day and night
- Vadodara has NO METRO — a Metro Neo / Metro Lite DPR was commissioned in early 2026; study stage, not build stage
- Establish VMC or VUDA jurisdiction for the specific property
- Gujarat is a dry state — prohibition applies
Renting in Ranoli: Pro Tips
Locality Ratings
4.2
Connectivity
3.2
Lifestyle
4.0
Safety
4.2
Environment
