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Sectors 16 & 17
Central sectors around the old Secretariat, the Sector 16 metro station and the market areas.
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Gandhinagar by zone
2 neighbourhoodsCapital sectorsThe planned capital's grid of 30 sectors: Mahatma Mandir, the Secretariat, the station, Akshardham and tree-lined residential sectors.
4 neighbourhoodsSouth Gandhinagar & GIFT CityThe belt along the Ahmedabad road: Sargasan, Kudasan, Raysan and Infocity, Koba near the airport side, and GIFT City by the Sabarmati.
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How is Gandhinagar laid out?
Gandhinagar is a planned city with a grid of 30 numbered sectors. Main roads are named after Gujarati alphabet letters and cross roads are numbered. Wide green belts separate sectors, making it one of India's greenest cities. The design draws on the Chandigarh experience.
What are the main areas in Gandhinagar?
The city is divided into sectors, each with a number. Key areas include Sector 13 for Mahatma Mandir, Sector 20 for Akshardham, and the central Sachivalaya area. GIFT City lies south-east of the sectors on the Sabarmati river.
Where is the best area for a visitor to stay in Gandhinagar?
Sectors near the central spine, such as Sector 11 or Sector 16, offer convenient access to government offices and public transport. For proximity to Akshardham, Sector 20 is ideal. Check current accommodation options in your preferred sector.
How do I travel between areas in Gandhinagar?
The Ahmedabad Metro serves Gandhinagar with stations at Infocity, Sector-1, Sachivalaya, Akshardham, Sector-16 and Mahatma Mandir, with a branch to GIFT City. Check the current service. Wide roads and auto-rickshaws also connect sectors.
Which area in Gandhinagar has the main railway station?
Gandhinagar Capital railway station serves the city, redeveloped with a hotel above the tracks. It is centrally located and connects to major cities. The Ahmedabad airport is about 18–20 km from the sectors by road.
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