Varthur

Varthur is a calm and evolving suburb of East Bangalore, well known, which comes under the BBMP Ward No. 149 in the Mahadevapura zone, covering an area of about 26.98 sq. km. This locality is the home of Huge second-largest lake in Bangalore, Vargthur Lake, which is 180.4 hectares. This residential hub of East Bangalore is strategically located between Whitefield and Sarjapur. Vartur lies about 19–20 km from central Bengaluru and has strong connections through BMTC routes. Over the past few years, Vartur has seen steady real estate growth, with modern apartments, gated communities, and social infrastructure shaping the future of Bangalore.

Vartur is one of East Bangalore’s fastest-growing residential hubs, with property prices averaging a 15–18% rise in the last three years. The area is anchored by the scenic Vartur Lake and is strategically located between Whitefield (5 km) and Sarjapur Road (6 km). The locality is best suitable for the IT professionals working in nearby tech parks. In the past five years, the locality has seen the successful launch of over 25 projects., In most areas of the Varthur Strong rental demand, averaging ₹22,000–₹45,000 per month, further highlights Varthur’s potential as both a residential and investment hotspot in Bangalore.

As of August 2025, flat prices in Varthur range basically starts at Rs 9,400 for the basic units and will go up to Rs 14,600 per sq ft for the premium apartments of Varthur by the top builders. And the plot prices vary between Rupees 5,150 to 9,850 per sq ft, reflecting strong growth and sustained investor interest.

Below table shows the Varthur distance from the major Parts of the Bangalore, travel time along with the public transport route number :

Route No.	Varthur distance from major places	Key Stops Covered	Frequency
328	Vartur Govt. College – Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic)	Marathahalli, HAL, Corporation	Every 15–20 mins
333E	Vartur Govt. College – KR Market	Whitefield, Kundalahalli, Corporation	Every 20 mins
335E	Vartur – Majestic (Express)	Whitefield, Marathahalli, Domlur, MG Road	Every 20–30 mins
342B	Vartur – Banashankari	Bellandur, Silk Board, Jayanagar	Every 25–30 mins
500C	Vartur – Hebbal (via Outer Ring Road)	Marathahalli, KR Puram, Nagawara	Every 30 mins
504D	Vartur – Electronic City	Sarjapur Road, Silk Board, Infosys EC	Every 30–35 mins

Vartur Location and Map

The Varthur map shows that the locality is between the Whitefield and Sarjapur Road. Geographically, it lies at 12.94°N latitude and 77.74°E longitude, falling under BBMP Ward No. 149 (Mahadevapura Zone). The map shows the close proximity to the ITPL, Marathahalli, and Electronic City. On the map, Vartur is around 19–20 km from the city centre (Majestic), and well-linked by BMTC bus routes, arterial roads, and upcoming metro lines.

PIN Code: 560087
Coordinates: 12.94° N, 77.74° E
Nearby Areas: Whitefield, Gunjur, Marathahalli, Sarjapur
Distance from City Centre (Majestic): ~19–20 km
Administrative Zone: BBMP, Mahadevapura

Distance to Nearby Commuting Stations

Kadugodi Metro Station – 6.7 km away, about 20 minutes by road.
Whitefield Railway Station – 10.7 km away, around 25 minutes.
Kempegowda International Airport – 38 km away via Old Airport Road, takes about 1 hr 15–30 mins.

Vartur Lake – History, Dimensions, Water Quality & Timings

Varthur Lake is one of the 2 nd largest lakes and the oldest man-made lake in Bengaluru, which has a history of 100 years. This lake was built manually by the Chola dynasty as the source of the irrigation tank for agriculture. The lake is a total of 455 acres, with the depth varying from 7 to 8 feet, which varies with the water level in the monsoon season. Usually, the surrounding residents come for the walk around it, will be allowed with the free entry, and can enjoy this during the timing, from 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM daily. Reports from the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) classify the water as unsafe for drinking or direct human use.

Varthur Santhosh – The Farmer Who Won Hearts On Screen:

Vathur Santhosh is one of the famous farmers and the president of the Hallikar bread cattle association of Karnataka. The guys who made the Varthur to flash all over Karnataka, with his strong presence on social media and being a participant in the Bigg Boss Kannada season of 2024. His reels and videos on Instagram have become trending and sensational in memes and troll pages of Karnataka in 2024.

Future of Vartur

The future of Varthur will be booming, mainly due to the latest Namma Metro Phase development, which is the Sarjapur to Hebbal red line announced by the Government on 6, 2024. Currently, the plan is on hold with funding approval. Once it gets funding, there will be a boost in the property rate hikes, and the most popular builders will start investing in the area. This corridor will span 36–37 km, offering both elevated and underground sections, and is estimated to cost around ₹28,405 crore.

Also, BBMP sanctioned lake rejuvenation projects of Vartur and Bellandur under the National Green Tribunal (NGT) directives, which will boost the tourists and visitors to the lake of Vartur.

Latest developments and updates of the Varthur:

As of August 2025, fresh updates state that for those who have lost the land in the Peripheral Ring Road (PRR) project, Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has decided to give the compensation at ₹6.75 crore per acre. So, finally, this has put a full stop to the protest that the area compensation is a "fraction of the market value." Although the given completion date for the road widening of Varthur-Gunjur Road, which is July 2025, was set for completion, continued issues make meeting this target uncertain.

For what is Varthur famous?

Varthur is famous for the 1,000-year-old Varthur Lake, Bengaluru’s second-largest lake, and for being the hometown of famous Varthur Santhosh, the farmer-turned-Bigg Boss Kannada star. Known for its farming roots and prime location between Whitefield and Sarjapur, Varthur is today one of the city’s fastest-growing residential hubs.

Best residential Project of 2025 near Varthur:

One of the standout upcoming residential developments of 2025 near Varthur is Prestige Evergreen, strategically located on SH-35 (Varthur Road), directly opposite Varthur Lake, and just around 2–3 km from central Varthur. This pre-launch township is a phase 2 of the part of Prestige Raintree Park sprawls over a 28-acre parcel in its first phase, featuring 10 high-rise towers (G+19 floors) with 2,000 apartments in 1, 2, and 3 BHK configurations, ranging from 650 to 1,900 sq ft. The starting Prices here start at ₹1 crore, and possession is expected by December 2029.

FAQs - Varthur
1. Is Varthur a good area?
Yes, Varthur is a good area with property prices rising 15–18% in the last 3 years. Just 5 km from Whitefield and 6 km from Sarjapur, it offers schools, hospitals, and gated communities that make it safe and family-friendly.

2. Does Varthur come under the BBMP?
Yes, Varthur comes under the BBMP as Ward No. 149 in the Mahadevapura Zone. It was once a separate Assembly constituency but was reorganised in 2008 into C.V. Raman Nagar, Mahadevapura, and Krishnarajapura.

3. How much does it cost to buy land in Varthur?
Land in Varthur costs ₹3,000–₹14,500 per sq. ft., with plot prices ranging from ₹36 lakh to over ₹3 crore depending on size and proximity to Whitefield–Sarjapur Road and Varthur Lake.

4. Which is the second-largest lake in Bangalore?
Varthur Lake is the second-largest lake in Bengaluru, covering nearly 200 hectares. Built over 1,000 years ago, it remains a landmark of East Bengaluru but needs rejuvenation due to pollution.