Local Information

Situated at an altitude of 920 metres above sea level, Bangalore is the principal administrative, cultural, commercial and industrial centre of the state of Karnataka. The city, which is spread over an area of 2190 square kilometres, enjoys a pleasant and equable climate throughout the year. Its tree-lined streets and abundant greenery have led to it being called the 'Garden City' of India. However, since local entrepreneurs and the technology giant Texas Instruments discovered its potential as a high-tech city in the early 1980s, Bangalore has seen a major technology boom. It is now home to more than 250 high-tech companies. Including homegrown giants like Wipro and Infosys. Consequently, now Bangalore is called the 'Silicon Valley' of India.

Some Facts About Bangalore
» Geographical Location
- Latitudinal parallels: 12 degree 8' N
- Longitudinal meridians: 77 degree 37' E
» Climate
- March to May (warmest months)
- December to January (coldest months)
- June to September (rainy - southwest monsoon)
- November to December (rainy - northeast monsoon)
» Temperature
- Highest maximum of 33 degree C to lowest minimum of 14 degree C
» Language
- Regional Language: Kannada
- English, Hindi, Telugu and Tamil are widely spoken and understood.

General

Area**	2,190 sq. kms.
Population**	65.2 lakhs (6.52 million)
Literacy**	83.91 percent
Density**	2978.6 per sq. km.
Birth rate (2000)*	19.1 per 1000
Death rate (2000)*	5.7 per 1000
Per capita income at current prices - urban area only (1998-99)*	Rs. 28,305
Rainfall - Actual (2000)*	1,060 mms

Other Facts: The 5th Metro of India
Dress Code: Cosmopolitan, trendy and depends on the weather
IT Corridor: Koramangala, Hosur Road, JP Nagar, HSR Layout & Banashankari.