Kanakapura Road runs through the southern part of Bangalore, linking Basavangudi in the north to Kanakapura town in the south. This green corridor stretches about 52 kilometres, with the urban segment from Basavangudi to the NICE Ring Road at Mallasandra forming the heart of Bangalore's NH 209. In 2025, this road combines history, natural beauty, and modern growth, making it a top pick for families, professionals, and investors.
PIN Codes & Surrounding Areas
Along Kanakapura Road, you'll find these postal zones:
- 560062 – JP Nagar, Konanakunte
- 560078 – Banashankari, Jayanagar
- 560082 – JP Nagar, Kumaraswamy Layout
- 562112 & 562129 – Outskirts toward Anekal and Bommasandra
This road touches or is near these neighbourhoods:
- Koramangala
- JP Nagar
- Banashankari
- Electronic City
- Bommanahalli
- Hosur Road
- Bannerghatta Road
- Jayanagar
- Sarjapur Road
- Begur
- BTM Layout
- Brigade Millennium Park
- Dodda Aalada Mara
- Bommasandra
- Anekal
Road Details & Distances
From a central point on Kanakapura Road, you can drive to:
- Electronic City: 20–25 km | 30–40 min
- Whitefield: 35–40 km | 45–60 min
- Koramangala: 10–12 km | 20–30 min
- Manyata Tech Park: 25–30 km | 35–50 min
- Embassy Tech Village: 22–25 km | 30–40 min
- RMZ Ecospace: 20–22 km | 30–40 min
- Bellandur: 18–20 km | 25–35 min
- Hosur Road Junction: 15–18 km | 20–30 min
- JP Nagar, Banashankari, Jayanagar: within 7–10 km (10–20 min)
- MG Road: 15–18 km | 25–35 min
- Majestic: 12–15 km | 20–30 min
- Bangalore Airport: 50–60 km | 1–2 hrs
Transport Connectivity
Metro
- Purple Line Stations: Jayaprakash Nagar, Banashankari, Bommanahalli, Hosakerehalli, Konanakunte Cross (7–12 km away)
- Upcoming NS Line: A new elevated corridor will cut across Kanakapura Road, with trial runs starting soon
BMTC & KSRTC Buses
- 348J: HSR Layout ↔ K.G. Road
- 342f: Sarjapur ↔ Lalbagh Main Gate (every 15 min)
- 215K & 211J: Konanakunte/Vaderahalli ↔ K.G. Road (every 12 min)
- 210n & 210e: Local loops via Vasanthapura and Nagar (every 12 min)
Fares range from ₹5 to ₹100, and buses run every 10–20 minutes. KSRTC counters at Doddaballapura and JP Nagar book intercity routes.
NICE Road & Highways
- NICE Ring Road: 121-km tollway linking Kanakapura Road to Electronic City, Tumkur Road, and Hosur Road
- NH 209 (Kanakapura Road): Main highway to south Karnataka
- Outer Ring Road & Bannerghatta Road: Quick cross‐city links
Recent & Future Developments
- Four-laning completed with better drainage
- PRR (Peripheral Ring Road): 73.5-km eight-lane loop under construction
- Metro Phase II: Viaducts rising for Puttenahalli–Anjanapura
- Double-Decker Flyover: 32 km long, speeds ORR traffic
- Bengaluru–Chennai Expressway (258 km): Due July 2026
- Bangalore–Mangalore Expressway (275 km): Boosts trade/tourism
- Satellite Town Ring Road & Suburban Rail by 2030
Real-Estate Snapshot (2025)
- Plots: ₹3,999–₹6,000 per sq ft (premium plots: ₹3,750–₹4,000)
- Apartments: ₹8,613–₹8,750 per sq ft
- 2 BHKs: ₹61 L–₹1.1 Cr
- Villa projects: ₹3.76 Cr–₹6.88 Cr (possession 2025)
Upcoming Projects
- Casagrand Casablanca: 2–5 BHK, ₹88 L–₹2.99 Cr (2027)
- New launches: Mantri Tranquil, RB City, Srivara Vasudha, Vanshikas Harmony, JD Enclave (through 2030)
- Ready-to-Move: Sobha Arena, Provident Park Square, Mantri Courtyard
- Prices rose 1.2% year-on-year; builder floors up 8.7%
Landmarks & Lifestyle
Resorts & Nature
- Nandi Hills Resorts: Wyndham All Seasons, Kemp Fort
- Turahalli Forest & Bannerghatta National Park: Trekking, wildlife
Parks
- Lalbagh Botanical Garden
- Cubbon Park
Temples & History
- Banashankari Temple, Dodda Ganapathi, Sri Nandi Temple
- Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, Bangalore Fort, Lalbagh Rock
Kanakapura Road is also known for Art of Living, Pyramid Valley, and scenic picnic spots like Mekedatu.
Livability & Outlook
- Top Schools: Jnana Sweekar, Podar International, Euro School
- Hospitals: Fortis, Apollo, Vasavi, St. John's
- Shopping: Royal Meenakshi Mall, Gopalan Innovation Mall
- Clean air, quiet environment, and green development
Ongoing metro and highway projects promise steady property appreciation. Great for families, IT professionals, and investors.
Nearby Nambiar District 25 offers a master-planned township feel.
Map & Directions
View the full route and plan your trip on Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Kanakapura+Road/@12.892
Kanakapura Road in 2025 blends heritage, nature, and modern living. With its strong transport links, growing IT corridors, and new homes sprouting, it remains one of Bangalore's most sought-after addresses.