Bangalore, the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka, is the third most populous city of the country. It has a population of approximately 6.2 million residents living in an area of 741 square kilometers. It is located in the heart of the Mysore Plateau, a part of the larger Deccan Plateau. Bangalore is a hub of economic activity with a number of public sector heavy industries, aerospace , software companies, telecommunications and defense organizations located at different parts of the city, be it north or the south of the metropolis. It is popularly known as the Silicon Valley of India because it has been a leader in providing excellent infrastructure for the development of IT industries in the country. Moreover, Bangalore has played an important role in securing a coveted position for India on the IT map of the world. Demographically a diverse city, Bangalore is fast emerging as a major cosmopolitan metro of India with a large influx of people from other regions of the country. Most of the Bangalore district consists of urban population while rural areas lie at the outskirt of the city. Well-connected to other parts of the nation through road and railway networks, the city is also bestowed with an airport of international standard.
A map of Bangalore will be a good tool to help you explore the city more.
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