Greater Noida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Greater Noida
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Noida–Greater Noida Expressway
Unitech Horizon
Coforge headquarters
Shiv Nadar University
Gautam Buddha University
BIMTECH
Night skyline
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 Greater Noida
Location in Uttar Pradesh
Greater Noida
Location in India
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| Country |  India |
| State |  Uttar Pradesh |
| Division | Meerut |
| District | Gautam Buddha Nagar |
| Established | January 28, 1991 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Government of Uttar Pradesh |
| • Body | Greater Noida Authority |
| Area | |
| • Total | 380 km2 (150 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 107,676 |
| • Density | 283/km2 (734/sq mi) |
| Language | |
| • Official | Hindi |
| • Additional official | Urdu |
| • Other | English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
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201310
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| Telephone code | 0120 |
| Vehicle registration | UP-16, DL16 |
| Nearest city | Noida |
| Literacy | 87% |
| Lok Sabha Constituency | Gautam Buddha Nagar |
| Expressways | Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, Yamuna Expressway and Eastern Peripheral Expressway |
| Sports | Buddh International Circuit, Jaypee Sports City, Jaypee Sports Complex and Greater Noida Cricket Stadium |
| Golf Course | Jaypee Greens Godrej Golf Links Golf Course |
Greater Noida is a modern, planned city in the Gautam Buddha Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India. It was created to expand the area under a special development law. The city is about 40 kilometers southeast of New Delhi, and you can reach it in about 30 minutes using the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway. The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) manages the city.
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What's in a Name?
At first, people called this area "Noida Extension" because it was next to Noida. Later, the Greater Noida Authority decided to officially call it 'Greater Noida West'.
A City's Journey: How Greater Noida Grew
In the early 1980s, the Indian government realized that Delhi was growing too fast. To help manage this growth, they planned to build new residential and industrial areas around the capital. Before Greater Noida, two other areas were developed: Gurgaon in Haryana and Noida in Uttar Pradesh.
Greater Noida covers about 380 square kilometers and includes 124 villages. Noida was planned to handle population growth for 20-25 years. However, many people moved from Delhi, causing Noida to become crowded in just 15 years.
Because of this, the government of Uttar Pradesh decided to build another city. This new city would be an extension of Noida but with even better planning. The goal was to create a world-class town about 25 kilometers from Noida. They even planned a railway station near Boraki and an international airport. This was to help Greater Noida become a self-sufficient city.
During the 1990s, the area known as Noida extension became Greater Noida. The Greater Noida Authority oversees the city's development. Greater Noida is connected to Agra by the six-lane Yamuna Expressway. The Buddh International Circuit here has hosted major racing events like the Indian Grand Prix and the Indian MotoGP.
The roads in Greater Noida are wide, with special service lanes. The different parts of the city are named using letters from the Greek alphabet, like Alpha, Beta, and Gamma. All the cables and utilities are built underground. The main GNIDA office is in Gamma II sector. Near it is the historic village of Rampur Jagir, where the revolutionary Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil once lived. A park called "Amar Shaheed Pt. Ram Prasad Bismil Udyan" is named after him.
Greater Noida has also hosted the Auto Expo (a big motor show) several times at the India Expo Mart.
Where is Greater Noida?
Greater Noida West: A Sub-City
Greater Noida West, also known as Noida extension, is a part of Greater Noida. It's a sub-city within the Gautam Buddh Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh. It is close to Delhi and is part of the larger National Capital Region (NCR). Greater Noida West covers almost 3,635 hectares and is about 4-5 km from Sector 121 Noida. It includes 16 villages like Khairpur Gurjar and Bisrakh.
Weather in Greater Noida
Greater Noida has weather similar to Delhi.
- Summer: From March to June, it's very hot and dry. Temperatures can reach 45°C (113°F).
- Monsoon: From mid-June to mid-September, it's hot and humid with an average of 93.2 cm (36.7 inches) of rain.
- Winter: Cold winds from the Himalayan region make winters very chilly. Temperatures can drop to 3-4°C. In January, thick fog often covers the city, making it hard to see.
The city is in a seismic zone-III, which means it has a moderate risk of earthquakes.
Who Lives Here?
According to data from 2011, Greater Noida had a population of 107,676 people. There were more males (58,662) than females (49,014). The city has a high literacy rate of 86.54%. This means most people can read and write.
What Drives the Economy?
Growing Industries
Many big companies are interested in setting up their businesses in Greater Noida. For example, in 2016, Patanjali Ayurved announced a large investment to build a new facility here. The government of Uttar Pradesh approved this project. Several mobile phone makers have also shown interest in investing. The Taiwan Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers' Association plans to build a large electronic manufacturing area in Greater Noida.
Getting Around Greater Noida
Metro Train Connectivity
The Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) started metro train services in Greater Noida on January 25, 2019. This project was first announced in 2013. The metro line mainly runs along the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway.
As of late 2022, construction for the Noida Metro in Greater Noida West has begun. Future metro routes are planned to connect:
- Noida Sector 51 to Boraki Railway Station.
- Knowledge Park V to Boraki.
- Knowledge Park-II to the new Noida International Airport in Jewar.
These new lines will also connect to the upcoming YIEDA city.
Road Network
A new "Link Road" is being built to connect Greater Noida West with Noida Phase III. This road is expected to be ready soon.
Learning in Greater Noida
Schools for Young Learners
Greater Noida has many well-known schools, including:
- Fr. Agnel School
- Delhi Public School, Greater Noida
- Greater Valley School, Greater Noida
- Ryan International School
Universities for Higher Education
The city is also home to several universities:
- Amity University (Greater Noida campus)
- Bennett University
- Galgotias University
- Gautam Buddha University
- Sharda University
- Shiv Nadar University
Colleges and Institutes
There are also many colleges and specialized institutes:
- Accurate Institute of Management and Technology
- Army Institute of Management and Technology, Greater Noida
- Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology
- Gautam Buddha University
- ITS Dental College
- Lloyd Law College
- Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Institute of Archaeology
Sports and Recreation
Jaypee Sports City
Located on the Yamuna Expressway, Jaypee Sports City is a special area designed for sports. It has many sports venues, including:
- An international standard cricket stadium.
- A hockey stadium.
- An international Formula 1 racing circuit.
Buddh International Circuit
On October 30, 2011, Greater Noida hosted the first-ever Formula One Indian Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit. This circuit was built by the Jaypee Group. It was the first Formula One Grand Prix held in South Asia. The circuit also hosted the Indian Grand Prix in 2012 and 2013, with Red Bull winning both times. The Indian MotoGP was held here in 2023.
Cricket and Other Sports
The Greater Noida Cricket Stadium, also known as "Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium," is near the Jaypee Green Golf Course. It hosted its first Ranji Trophy match in December 2015. This stadium is now used by the national cricket team of Afghanistan as their home ground.
National badminton coach Pullela Gopichand has opened a badminton academy at the Greater Noida Stadium.
Golf Course
The Jaypee Greens Golf Course is an 18-hole course designed by Greg Norman. It opened in June 2000 and is the longest golf course in India.
There are also plans for a hockey stadium and a sports training academy for other sports. The Time Trial cycling event for the 2010 Commonwealth Games was held on the Noida–Greater Noida Expressway.
Notable People from Greater Noida
- Arjun Bhati, a young Indian golfer.
- Varun Singh Bhati, a para high jumper.
See also
In Spanish: Greater Noida para niños
