Matunga East - The Neighborhood of Cultural Heritage and Learning

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Devashrita Gujral
Posted on January 4, 2024. 10 mins

The neighborhood nestled in the heart of Mumbai, is renowned for its cultural richness and educational excellence. It boasts a deep-rooted cultural heritage and is home to prestigious educational institutions. It is a place where traditions thrive, and knowledge is nurtured with distinction.

Unique features of the neighborhood

  • Employment hubs such as BKC, Lodha Excelus, World Trade Centre and Bombay Stock Exchange are within 10 km radius.

  • Presence of employment hubs and excellent connectivity drive the rental demand in the neighborhood.

  • Matunga Road flyover provides seamless connectivity to Eastern Express Highway and LBS Marg.

Famous to - do’s in Matunga East

  • Visit the King's Circle which is a prominent landmark in Matunga East, known for its circular garden and the statue of King George V.

  • The beautiful Shree Lakshmi Narayan Temple is known for its architectural splendor and religious significance. It's a place of worship and spirituality in the heart of Matunga East.

  • Visit the Five Gardens which are a collection of five smaller gardens, each with its unique theme, located in Wadala, not far from Matunga East. It's a nice place for a stroll or a morning walk.

Demographics

  • Area (2020): 2.31 km²

  • Population (2020): 88668

  • Population Density: 38350 people per km²

  • Male Population: 46190

  • Female Population: 42478

Educational institutions

  • Institute of Chemical Technology

  • Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute

  • Tree House Play Group

Commute

  • Matunga Road (Western Line) and Matunga (Central Line) are the nearest railway stations from the neighborhood.

  • Enjoys easy access to Western Express Highway, SV Road, Bandra Worli Sea Link and Sion-Bandra Link Road.

  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is about 12 km from the neighborhood via Western Express Highway.