20-686: South Extension or New Delhi South Extension (NDSE) is a neighbourhood of South Delhi , India. It is also described as a premier shopping destination. Situated on the Ring Road, Delhi , just east of All India Institute of Medical Sciences . [1] The colony is divided into two parts - South Extension I and South Extension II. It has a population of about 50,000 people in South Extension Part 1 and 27,000 in South Extension Part 2. A Delhi Metro station as part of Metro's Phase III extension has started commercial operations from 6 August 2018. Located on
40-628: A population density of 9,034 persons per km (23,397 persons per mi ). The South Delhi neighborhood of Hauz Khas is witnessing the growth of trendy shops and lodgings. It is now becoming the center for domestic and international tourists and backpackers. The area also is home to historical monuments and has easy access to the Delhi Metro , making it a preferred location for many visitors to India and domestic middle-class visitors from other Indian states. The area attracts young tourists with numerous hip hostels and cafes . The division shown on
60-583: A varied character with Kapashera Sub Division as predominantly rural the Dwarka Sub Division as mostly urban and Najafgarh Sub Divisions as a mix of both urban and rural populations. According to the 2011 census South West Delhi has a population of 2,292,958 roughly equal to the nation of Latvia or the US state of New Mexico . This gives it a ranking of 198th in India (out of a total of 640 ). The district has
80-489: Is a vast area in the city of Delhi and contains many significant locations. Of the eleven 'historical cities' of Delhi, three, viz. Qila Rai Pithora (1st), Mehrauli (2nd) and Siri (including Hauz Khas ) (3rd) fall in the South Delhi district. It was originally created after the construction of New Delhi . Jahaz Mahal , Zafar Mahal , Hauz Khas Complex , Bijay Mandal , Qutub Minar , Mehrauli Archaeological Park , and
100-661: Is larger than the other two. It looks like a typical Lodhi-era tomb with octagonal turrets at the corners covered by umbrella type structures at the top. The interiors were once intricately crafted, but now they look a bit worn out. The structure is supported by four massive pillars on all four corners. kotla mubarakpur South Delhi South Delhi is an administrative district of the National Capital Territory of Delhi in India with its headquarters in Saket. Administratively,
120-420: Is one of the eleven administrative districts of the National Capital Territory of Delhi in India . Kapashera serves as the administrative headquarters of South West Delhi. South West Delhi is bounded by the districts of West Delhi to the north, Central Delhi to the northeast, New Delhi and South Delhi to the east, Gurgaon District of Haryana state to the south, and Jhajjar District of Haryana to
140-493: Is one of the old nine districts that came into existence in January 1997. The District then composed of three Sub-Divisions; Vasant Vihar , Janakpuri , Najafgarh , Kapashera and Delhi Cantonment , and had its headquarters at Palam . The South West District of Delhi is situated in the southwest part of Delhi . It is located between latitude 28 40' and 28 29’ and longitude between 76 50’ and 77 14’. The South West district has
160-410: The 2011 census South Delhi has a total population of 2,731,929, comprising 1,467,428 males (53.8%) and 1,264,501 females (46.2%), roughly equal to the nation of Jamaica or the US state of Nevada . This gives it a ranking of 144th in India (out of a total of 640 ). The district has a population density of 10,935 inhabitants per square kilometre (28,320/sq mi). Its population growth rate over
180-710: The Delhi Metro , namely the Yellow and Magenta lines pass through the district. The nearest railway station is Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station . The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport , located towards west of the district. South district is considered to be the most affluent of all residential districts of Delhi, other than the districts falling under Lutyen's Delhi, viz. New Delhi and Central Delhi . With upscale areas like Saket , Sainik Farm , Malviya Nagar , Hauz Khas , Greater Kailash , Green Park , Rama Krishna Puram , Gulmohar Park , Gulmohar enclave , Vasant Vihar and Vasant Kunj , it has one of
200-574: The Hauz Khas locality of South Delhi. The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade of Delhi is located in the Qutub Institutional Area of South Delhi. Sangam Vihar is also located in South Delhi, which has the highest population in the state. The top Central University Jamia Millia Islamia is situated in the Jamia Nagar area of South Delhi. Further, University of Delhi South Campus which is one of
220-547: The Safdarjung's Tomb comprise some of South Delhi's most scenic heritage sites. The administrative district had 20% green cover, as of 2009. It has several spacious green parks, wildlife sanctuary, biodiversity parks, and green belts. Deer Park and Rose Garden in Hauz Khas , Asola Wildlife Sanctuary close to Delhi's southern border on the Aravallis foothills are few examples. It has a good mix of concrete and greens. According to
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#1732847739305240-502: The Ring Road, South Extension (known to locals as "South Ex") is a huge neighbourhood in South Delhi and is divided into two parts: South Extension - Part I and South Extension - Part II. South Extension is also known to be one of Delhi's most high-end markets. Along with Connaught Place and Khan Market , South Extension is known to cater to the shopping desires of the rich and the elite. While, plot rates averaging at Rs. 63,169.22/sqft make
260-622: The decade 2001–2011 was 20.59%. The religious composition of the population is predominantly Hindu, making up 78.8% (2,155,759 adherents), followed by Muslims at 16.3% (445,914). Other religious communities include Christians, numbering 1.5% (41,880); Sikhs, with 2.5% (69,520); Buddhists at 0.1% (3,862); and Jains, totaling 0.4% (11,020). Many renowned markets of Delhi such as Sarojini Nagar Market , Green Park Market, etc. and malls such as DLF Avenue , MGF Metropolitan , Select Citywalk , Malviya Nagar , etc. are located in South Delhi. South Delhi has three administrative divisions: Two lines of
280-492: The district is divided into three subdivisions, Saket , Hauz Khas , and Mehrauli . It is bounded by the Yamuna River to the east, the districts of New Delhi to the north, Faridabad district of Haryana to the southeast, Gurgaon District of Haryana to the southwest, and South West Delhi to the west. South Delhi has a population of 2,731,929 (2011 census), and an area of 250 square kilometres (97 sq mi), with
300-495: The highest land prices in Delhi. Urban villages in South Delhi, like Hauz Khas Village , and Shahpur Jat have become hub for designer boutiques, restaurants and art galleries and design studios. The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi , All India Institute of Medical Sciences and National Institute of Fashion Technology , three of the country's premier institutes in the field of technology, medicine and fashion respectively lie in
320-514: The major components of the Kotla Mubarakpur complex , which includes several other lesser known tombs, mostly from the pre-Mughal era, belonging to various kings and noblemen of the notable Lodi and Sayyid dynasties. "Bade Khan Ka Gumbad" is slightly bigger of the two tombs, it dates back to the 16th century, as per archaeologists. The front is intricately carved, while the centre is surrounded by three rows of niches. The central niche in each row
340-531: The map bears only administrative significance, as to the common citizen, broadly speaking Delhi is vaguely ring-like, having five regions, namely North, West, South, East and Central. The usage of the term South Delhi in day-to-day life expands from Delhi 's IGI Airport in the New Delhi district to the river Yamuna in the South East, a region protruding into administrative South West Delhi district. South Delhi
360-638: The neighbourhood one of the most expensive residential areas in Delhi, the rental rates averaging at Rs.700/sqft, make South Extension the 5th most expensive commercial real estate in India. The 2023 Knight Frank India survey ranks South Extension at the 4th, among the Top 30 High Streets in India. South Extension is also home to two tombs from the Mughal era. The Bade and Chote Khan’s twin tombs in South Extension are preserved in pretty good shape. They form part of one of
380-954: The oldest universities in India has its southern campus in the region. The southern campus is a part of the proposed four direction-based campuses in Delhi with East and West campuses currently in progress. This district has thriving medieval era colonies or sarais, which now are severely congested and under neglect. These include Chirag Delhi, Kalu Sarai, Jia Sarai , Ber Sarai , Lado Sarai, Katwaria Sarai , Yusuf Sarai , Hauz Khas Village , Munirka , Kotla Mubarakpur , Begumpur , Saidulajaib , Mohammadpur, Khirki Village, Adhchini, Chhattarpur Village, Aayaa Nagar, Maandi Village, and Dera Village. Many important city roads such as Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Mehrauli-Badarpur Road , Aurobindo Marg , August Kranti Marg, Press Enclave Road, etc. fall in this district, while arterial roads like Inner Ring Road and Outer Ring Road pass through it. South West Delhi South West Delhi ( ISO : Dakṣinṇa Paścima Dillī )
400-638: The west. South West Delhi has a population of 2,292,958 (2011 census), and an area of 420 km², with a population density of 5,445 inhabitants per square kilometre. It is the fourth most populous district in Delhi . The district court that functions under the Delhi High Court for South West Delhi is also located in Dwarka Sector 10. Administratively, the district is divided into three subdivisions, Dwarka , Najafgarh and Kapashera . South West Delhi
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