South Delhi (district) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids South Delhi
District of Delhi
South Delhi Location in Delhi
Country	India
State	Delhi
Headquarters	Saket
Government
• Body	GNCT of Delhi
Area
• Total	250 km2 (100 sq mi)
Elevation	241 m (791 ft)
Population  (2011)
• Total	2,731,929
• Density	10,930/km2 (28,300/sq mi)
Languages
• Official	Hindi, English, Punjabi, Urdu
Time zone	UTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN	1100xx
Nearest city	Faridabad, Gurgaon
Lok Sabha constituency	South Delhi
Civic agency	South Delhi Municipal Corporation

Districts of Delhi

South Delhi is a large district in Delhi, India. It's like a big neighborhood with its main office in Saket. This area is divided into three smaller parts: Saket, Hauz Khas, and Mehrauli.

South Delhi is surrounded by important places. The Yamuna River is to its east. New Delhi is to the north. To the southeast is Faridabad District in Haryana state. Gurgaon District (also in Haryana) is to the southwest. Finally, South West Delhi is to the west.

In 2011, about 2.7 million people lived in South Delhi. It covers an area of 250 square kilometers. This means many people live close together, with about 9,034 people per square kilometer.

The Hauz Khas area in South Delhi is very popular. It has many cool shops and places to stay. It's becoming a favorite spot for tourists from India and other countries. The area also has old buildings and is easy to reach by Delhi Metro. This makes it a great choice for visitors. Young travelers like the many hostels and cafes here.

History of South Delhi

South Delhi is a very old area with many important historical sites. Out of the eleven 'historical cities' of Delhi, three are found here. These include Qila Rai Pithora (the first city), Mehrauli (the second), and Siri (which includes Hauz Khas) (the third).

Some of the most beautiful historical places in South Delhi are:

• Jahaz Mahal
• Zafar Mahal
• Hauz Khas Complex
• Bijay Mandal
• Qutub Minar
• Mehrauli Archaeological Park
• Safdarjung's Tomb

Green Spaces and Nature

In 2009, about 20% of South Delhi was covered in green areas. It has many large parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and green belts. For example, there's Deer Park and Rose Garden in Hauz Khas. The Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary is near Delhi's southern border. It is located at the foot of the Aravalli hills. South Delhi has a good mix of buildings and nature.

Population and People

Based on the 2011 census, South Delhi has a population of 2,731,929 people. This number is similar to the country of Jamaica. It is also like the US state of Nevada. This makes South Delhi the 144th most populated district in India. The population grew by about 20.59% between 2001 and 2011.

Economy and Markets

South Delhi is home to many famous markets. These include Sarojini Nagar Market and Green Park Market. There are also many large shopping malls. Some popular malls are DLF, MGF Metropolitan, and Select Citywalk. These are located in areas like Malviya Nagar.

How South Delhi is Governed

South Delhi is divided into three main administrative parts. These divisions help manage the district.

• Hauz Khas
• Mehrauli
• Saket

Getting Around South Delhi

Metro Rail

Two important lines of the Delhi Metro pass through South Delhi. These are the Yellow Line and the Magenta Line. They make it easy to travel across the district.

Railways

The closest train station to South Delhi is Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station.

Airways

The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport. It is located to the west of the district.

Culture and Lifestyle

South Delhi is known as one of the wealthiest residential areas in Delhi. It has many upscale neighborhoods. These include Saket, Sainik Farm, Malviya Nagar, and Hauz Khas. Other well-known areas are Greater Kailash, Green Park, and Vasant Vihar. Land prices here are among the highest in Delhi.

Some old "urban villages" in South Delhi have become very trendy. For example, Hauz Khas Village and Shahpur Jat are now popular. They have many designer shops, restaurants, and art galleries.

Education in South Delhi

South Delhi has several top educational institutions in India.

• The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi is a leading technology school.
• The All India Institute of Medical Sciences is a top medical institute.
• The National Institute of Fashion Technology is a premier fashion school.

These three are all located in the Hauz Khas area.

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade is also in South Delhi. It is in the Qutub Institutional Area. Jamia Millia Islamia is a major Central University located in the Jamia Nagar area. The University of Delhi South Campus is also in this region. It is one of India's oldest universities.

Important Areas and Roads

South Delhi has many old settlements called 'sarais'. These were once resting places. Today, they are often crowded. Some of these include Chirag Delhi, Kalu Sarai, and Hauz Khas Village.

Many important city roads run through this district. These include Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road and Mehrauli-Badarpur Road. Major roads like the Inner Ring Road and Outer Ring Road also pass through South Delhi.

See also

• Districts of Delhi
• Hauz Khas
• Moti Bagh
• Dwarka
• Rajpath
• Green Park
• South Delhi Municipal Corporation