Arera Colony is one of the largest residential areas and localities in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Interspersed with plantations, trees and gardens, it is a posh area of the city and occupies a large area of the middle and southern part of the city. The locality is further divided into 8 Sectors, E-1 to E-8.

Etymology

Arera Club derives its name from Arera Hills which dominate the landscape of the city. The club has badminton, a gymnasium, and tennis facilities. A bar and restaurant add to its leisurely existence. Its members, though, are bureaucrats of Madhya Pradesh Government; it has been a highly inclusive social gathering.

Points of interest

Shopping

Main shopping areas and markets in the area are Manisha Market, Bittan Market, 1100 Quarters, 7 no., 8 no., 10 no., 11 no, 12 no., 19 no., Savoy Complex, Rohit Nagar and Dana Pani. Metro Plaza at Bittan Market is one of the largest shopping complexes in the area. Various malls and complexes are also under construction, like Aura Mall, Aakriti Business Center (Both in E-8) Rajkishor kirana etc.

Hotels and restaurants

The Bittan Market in E-5 and the 10 no. Market, which is located in E-4, have a lot of good eating spots as well as shops, showrooms and shopping complexes. In addition, various eateries, hotels and restaurants are there in the colony. Some of them are

Schools

A large number of private and government schools are present in the colony. Some of them are listed below.

Hospitals

Several private and government hospitals, nursing homes and clinics are located here. Some of them are

Other Places

The locality also has petrol pumps and ATMs facilities

Sports

The Arjun Fitness Club, at Bittan Market houses swimming, squash, gym and other sports facilities. Besides, Arera Colony is dotted by a large no. of playgrounds. The Arera Cricket Club, is located at the Old Campion Ground near 10 no. Market. The ground also annually hosts Mayank Chaturvedi Smriti Cricket Tournament, which attracts a lot of teams from all over the country.