Relocating to Hyderabad

aneehs · Jan 26th, 2009, 19:49

We are thinking of moving to Hyderabad,my husband is originally from there,but since so much construction has been going on since he left we now have no idea of where to start looking for a good place to live.Can anybody give me some ideas of the new housing areas,I would prefer an independant house a bit outside the city but in a safe area? We have 2 children so I would like space for them to play outside etc.
Where do I start???!! Thanks!

capt_mahajan · Jan 26th, 2009, 19:54

New housing areas are all over the city outskirts in every direction.

You could start with Madhapur and beyond. Not unsafe, but not as safe as the city the further you go.

aneehs · Jan 26th, 2009, 19:59

Thanks,yeah my husband says it is unsafe to live outside the city,I have lived in the Irish countryside all my life so I don't want to particularly live in the middle of a city,but maybe with a city as big as Hyderabad I don't have any other choice!

capt_mahajan · Jan 26th, 2009, 20:08

Like I said, not really unsafe. The advantages are bigger house for same budget, more peaceful immediate surroundings. Not the Irish countryside, it isn't, though.

Disadvantages are less security (at least outside the 'gated community' you may be in), further to go for decent entertainment, eating out and such options, medical facilities etc. Schools and work may or may not be far.

Many of these areas are coming up fast; some already have- though there is some slowdown with the economy diving.

HONeYSOL · Jan 26th, 2009, 20:27

Hi Aneehs - welcome to Indiamike -

I was in Hyderabad yesturday. We are also looking at moving there. We currently live in Mumbai, the difference between the to is amazing. Hyderabad, although still very Indian, does have a decided "american" feel to it.

The space you can get in a home is fantastic - air is much better - but then my comparison is Mumbai which I do love! You have the advantage of your hubby.

I also find it helpful googling different headings - interesting things turn up.

Do you have an ETA yet?

Perhaps in the future we could catch up .... you can get me on IM.'
All the best.

aneehs · Jan 26th, 2009, 20:37

Thanks for the replies.
My husband is ready to go at any time,once a Hyderabadi always a Hyderabadi I think!
The decision really lies with me,as to when/whether we go.I just want to get as much information as possible before I make up my mind.We have spent a lot of time there with my in-laws which I found a bit stifling to be honest,I could never do the joint family thing....
It does seem that there are improvements every time we go,for example being able to buy freshly baked bread (thats not sweet) this time round!
Oh decisions,decisions...

aneehs · Jan 26th, 2009, 20:56

by the way,how do i send a private message on this site? is it possible?

capt_mahajan · Jan 26th, 2009, 21:07

You need a certain no of posts. 5? 10? Something like that.

aneehs · Jan 26th, 2009, 21:11

Ok thanks.
If we did go for an area away from the city centre,could you give me any idea of what it would cost for a driver per day as I cant drive and even if I could,I dont think I would be brave enough to dive into Hyd traffic!

capt_mahajan · Jan 26th, 2009, 21:15

A driver should cost about 5000 a month all told, assuming 8/10 hour working day. Daily is uncommon, though if you paid 200/250 a day as required you'd get somebody, I think.

aneehs · Jan 26th, 2009, 21:18

Ok I think a monthly rate is better as I would need a driver regularly. Is it easy to find someone though,I have no clue how I would find a driver!! Is it done by word of mouth generally or is there a more formal way of doing it?

HONeYSOL · Jan 26th, 2009, 21:20

LOL - Aneehs -I'll drive anywhere in the world - except here! I truly believe you require a masters degree if not a Doctorate to drive in this country!

You'll get a better rate if you hire a car on a monthly basis. Daily can become expensive. I think for two days it cost us 6oooRP (we were doing a lot of driving)
From what I know it's basically the equivalent of a car payment per month.
(Although your hubby being Indian might get a better rate)

Most of these things I'm sure you're aware you've been there a lot - make sure you get cloth seats.

(by the way I'm talking about car and driver - air con - car cross between a mininvan and SUV)

aneehs · Jan 26th, 2009, 21:24

Yeah but even though we have spent a lot of time there,my in-laws kinda took care of everything,we borrowed their car etc. but if we actually lived there my husband would be at work so I would need a reliable way of getting around with the kids.

aneehs · Jan 26th, 2009, 21:28

also because my father in law insisted on taking care of the money side of things,I have no clue what things actually cost!
Honeysol how do you find living in India in general,do you enjoy it? what are the disadvantages for you?

capt_mahajan · Jan 26th, 2009, 23:13

Quote:

I think for two days it cost us 6oooRP (

Thats probably about three times the going rate, assuming city driving.

(yes, for aircon and driver and suv)

Jan 26th, 2009, 19:49	#1
aneehs Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 8	Relocating to Hyderabad We are thinking of moving to Hyderabad,my husband is originally from there,but since so much construction has been going on since he left we now have no idea of where to start looking for a good place to live.Can anybody give me some ideas of the new housing areas,I would prefer an independant house a bit outside the city but in a safe area? We have 2 children so I would like space for them to play outside etc. Where do I start???!! Thanks!

Jan 26th, 2009, 19:54	#2
capt_mahajan Infidel Sufi Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: styx Posts: 13,601	New housing areas are all over the city outskirts in every direction. You could start with Madhapur and beyond. Not unsafe, but not as safe as the city the further you go. __________________ . Outside the machine

Jan 26th, 2009, 20:27	#5
HONeYSOL Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 215	Hi Aneehs - welcome to Indiamike - I was in Hyderabad yesturday. We are also looking at moving there. We currently live in Mumbai, the difference between the to is amazing. Hyderabad, although still very Indian, does have a decided "american" feel to it. The space you can get in a home is fantastic - air is much better - but then my comparison is Mumbai which I do love! You have the advantage of your hubby. I also find it helpful googling different headings - interesting things turn up. Do you have an ETA yet? Perhaps in the future we could catch up .... you can get me on IM.' All the best. __________________ Today is a day of completion. I give thanks for this perfect day. Miracle shall follow miracle and wonders shall never cease.

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Jan 26th, 2009, 19:59	#3
aneehs Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 8	Thanks,yeah my husband says it is unsafe to live outside the city,I have lived in the Irish countryside all my life so I don't want to particularly live in the middle of a city,but maybe with a city as big as Hyderabad I don't have any other choice!

Jan 26th, 2009, 20:08	#4
capt_mahajan Infidel Sufi Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: styx Posts: 13,601	Like I said, not really unsafe. The advantages are bigger house for same budget, more peaceful immediate surroundings. Not the Irish countryside, it isn't, though. Disadvantages are less security (at least outside the 'gated community' you may be in), further to go for decent entertainment, eating out and such options, medical facilities etc. Schools and work may or may not be far. Many of these areas are coming up fast; some already have- though there is some slowdown with the economy diving.

Jan 26th, 2009, 20:37	#6
aneehs Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 8	Thanks for the replies. My husband is ready to go at any time,once a Hyderabadi always a Hyderabadi I think! The decision really lies with me,as to when/whether we go.I just want to get as much information as possible before I make up my mind.We have spent a lot of time there with my in-laws which I found a bit stifling to be honest,I could never do the joint family thing.... It does seem that there are improvements every time we go,for example being able to buy freshly baked bread (thats not sweet) this time round! Oh decisions,decisions...

Jan 26th, 2009, 20:56	#7
aneehs Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 8	by the way,how do i send a private message on this site? is it possible?

Jan 26th, 2009, 21:07	#8
capt_mahajan Infidel Sufi Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: styx Posts: 13,601	You need a certain no of posts. 5? 10? Something like that.

Jan 26th, 2009, 21:11	#9
aneehs Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 8	Ok thanks. If we did go for an area away from the city centre,could you give me any idea of what it would cost for a driver per day as I cant drive and even if I could,I dont think I would be brave enough to dive into Hyd traffic!

Jan 26th, 2009, 21:15	#10
capt_mahajan Infidel Sufi Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: styx Posts: 13,601	A driver should cost about 5000 a month all told, assuming 8/10 hour working day. Daily is uncommon, though if you paid 200/250 a day as required you'd get somebody, I think.

Jan 26th, 2009, 21:18	#11
aneehs Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 8	Ok I think a monthly rate is better as I would need a driver regularly. Is it easy to find someone though,I have no clue how I would find a driver!! Is it done by word of mouth generally or is there a more formal way of doing it?

Jan 26th, 2009, 21:20	#12
HONeYSOL Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 215	LOL - Aneehs -I'll drive anywhere in the world - except here! I truly believe you require a masters degree if not a Doctorate to drive in this country! You'll get a better rate if you hire a car on a monthly basis. Daily can become expensive. I think for two days it cost us 6oooRP (we were doing a lot of driving) From what I know it's basically the equivalent of a car payment per month. (Although your hubby being Indian might get a better rate) Most of these things I'm sure you're aware you've been there a lot - make sure you get cloth seats. (by the way I'm talking about car and driver - air con - car cross between a mininvan and SUV)

Jan 26th, 2009, 21:24	#13
aneehs Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 8	Yeah but even though we have spent a lot of time there,my in-laws kinda took care of everything,we borrowed their car etc. but if we actually lived there my husband would be at work so I would need a reliable way of getting around with the kids.

Jan 26th, 2009, 21:28	#14
aneehs Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 8	also because my father in law insisted on taking care of the money side of things,I have no clue what things actually cost! Honeysol how do you find living in India in general,do you enjoy it? what are the disadvantages for you?