Showing posts with label India cost of living. Show all posts
Showing posts with label India cost of living. Show all posts

Friday, August 12, 2011

Moving to New Delhi

Today we look at moving to New Delhi in India from Bissau in Guinea-Bissau. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In New Delhi people speak Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages. In Bissau people speak Portuguese, Crioulo and African languages.

New Delhi is the capital of India. Bissau is the capital city of Guinea-Bissau.
New Delhi is situated within the metropolis of Delhi and serves as the seat of the Government of India and the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Government and quasi government sector is the primary employer in New Delhi. The city's service sector has expanded due in part to the large skilled English-speaking workforce that has attracted many multinational companies. Key service industries include information technology, telecommunications, hotels, banking, media and tourism. Bissau is the country's largest city, major port, educational, administrative and military center. Peanuts, hardwoods, copra, palm oil, and rubber are the chief products.

The overall cost of living rank in New Delhi is 158 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations.  An expatriate moving from Bissau to New Delhi will experience a change in cost of living of -9.9%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, New Delhi is ranked as a high degree of hardship location with a hardship index of 30% compared to Bissau with a hardship index of 40% which is an extreme hardship location.

Source: http://www.xpatulator.com as at July 2011.

Moving to Mumbai

Today we look at moving to Mumbai in India from Conakry in Guinea. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Mumbai people speak Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages. In Conakry people speak French and various tribal languages.

Mumbai is the capital of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Conakry is the capital and largest city of Guinea.
Mumbai is the commercial and entertainment centre of India, generating 5% of India's GDP, and accounting for 25% of industrial output, 40% of maritime trade, and 70% of capital transactions to India's economy. Mumbai is home to important financial institutions such as the Reserve Bank of India, the Bombay Stock Exchange, the National Stock Exchange of India and the corporate headquarters of numerous Indian companies and multinational corporations. The city also houses India's Hindi film and television industry, known as Bollywood. Conakry is a port city on the Atlantic Ocean and serves as the economic, financial and cultural center of Guinea. Conakry is Guinea's largest city and its administrative, communications, and economic center. The city's economy revolves largely around the port, which has modern facilities for handling and storing cargo, through which alumina and bananas are shipped.

The overall cost of living rank in Mumbai is 122 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations.  An expatriate moving from Conakry to Mumbai will experience a change in cost of living of 8.4%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Mumbai is ranked as a high degree of hardship location with a hardship index of 30% compared to Conakry with a hardship index of 40% which is an extreme hardship location.

Source: http://www.xpatulator.com as at July 2011.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Moving to Hyderabad

Today we look at moving to Hyderabad in India from St Peter Port in Guernsey. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Hyderabad people speak Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages. In St Peter Port people speak English, French and local forms of French.

Hyderabad is the capital and the most populous city of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Saint Peter Port is the capital of Guernsey.
Hyderabad has developed into a major hub for the information technology industry in India. The city is home to the world's largest film studio, the Ramoji Film City as well as the Telugu Film Industry, the second-largest in India, known popularly as Tollywood. St. Peter Port is a small town consisting mostly of steep narrow streets and steps on the overlooking slopes and is the main port.

The overall cost of living rank in Hyderabad is 174 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations.  An expatriate moving from St Peter Port to Hyderabad will experience a change in cost of living of -23.6%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Hyderabad is ranked as a high degree of hardship location with a hardship index of 30% compared to St Peter Port with a hardship index of 10% which is a minimal hardship location.

Source: http://www.xpatulator.com as at July 2011.

Moving to Chennai

Today we look at moving to Chennai  in India from Guatemala City in Guatemala. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Chennai  people speak Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages. In Guatemala City people speak Spanish, more than 20 indigenous languages.

Chennai is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Guatemala City is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Guatemala.
Chennai's economy has a broad industrial base in the car, technology, hardware manufacturing, and healthcare industries. The city is India's second largest exporter of software, information technology (IT) and information-technology-enabled services (ITES). A major chunk of India's car manufacturing industry is based in and around the city. Guatemala City is the economic, governmental and cultural capital of the Republic, and considered by many, an economic capital of Central America.

The overall cost of living rank in Chennai  is 161 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations.  An expatriate moving from Guatemala City to Chennai  will experience a change in cost of living of 17.3%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Chennai  is ranked as a high degree of hardship location with a hardship index of 30% compared to Guatemala City with a hardship index of 40% which is an extreme hardship location.

Source: http://www.xpatulator.com as at July 2011.

Moving to Calcutta

Today we look at moving to Calcutta in India from Hagatna in Guam. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Calcutta people speak Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages. In Hagatna people speak English and Chamorro (both official).

Calcutta is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. Hagatna is the capital of the American island territory of Guam.
Calcutta is the main business, commercial and financial hub of eastern India and the northeastern states. It is home to the Calcutta Stock Exchange, India's second-largest bourse. It is also a major commercial and military port, and the only city in the region to have an international airport. Hagatna is one of the island's major commercial districts in addition to being the seat of government.

The overall cost of living rank in Calcutta is 163 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with middle cost of living locations.  An expatriate moving from Hagatna to Calcutta will experience a change in cost of living of -3.2%.
In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Calcutta is ranked as a high degree of hardship location with a hardship index of 30% the same as Hagatna.

Source: http://www.xpatulator.com as at July 2011.

Moving to Bangalore

Today we look at moving to Bangalore in India from Basse-Terre in Guadeloupe. We highlight cost of living and other major differences likely to be experienced in our series of short blogs on moving between different international locations.
In Bangalore people speak Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages. In Basse-Terre people speak French (official) and Creole dialect.

Bangalore is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. Basse-Terre is the capital and second largest city of Guadeloupe.
Bangalore evolved into a manufacturing hub for heavy industries such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Indian Telephone Industries (ITI), Hindustan Machine Tools and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) after India gained independence from Great Britain in 1947. Within the last decade, the establishment and success of high technology firms in Bangalore has led to the growth of Information Technology (IT) in India. IT firms in Bangalore employ about 35% of India's pool of around 1 million IT professionals. Bangalore accounts for the highest IT-related exports in the country. The surrounding areas of Basse-Terre consists of forest, grassland and sugar, coffee, banana and cocoa plantations.

The overall cost of living rank in Bangalore is 191 out of 300 global locations, which equates it with low cost of living locations.  An expatriate moving from Basse-Terre to Bangalore will experience a change in cost of living of -4.5%.
 In terms of the hardship people are likely to experience, assessed in global terms, Bangalore is ranked as a high degree of hardship location with a hardship index of 30% the same as Basse-Terre.

Source: http://www.xpatulator.com as at July 2011.

Friday, June 25, 2010

India, Bangalore Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: Bangalore is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka.

City Economy: Bangalore evolved into a manufacturing hub for heavy industries such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Indian Telephone Industries (ITI), Hindustan Machine Tools and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) after India gained independence from Great Britain in 1947. Within the last decade, the establishment and success of high technology firms in Bangalore has led to the growth of Information Technology (IT) in India. IT firms in Bangalore employ about 35% of India's pool of around 1 million IT professionals. Bangalore accounts for the highest IT-related exports in the country.
Cost of Living: Bangalore has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Bangalore is currently ranked 197 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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India, Calcutta Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: Calcutta is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal.

City Economy: Calcutta is the main business, commercial and financial hub of eastern India and the northeastern states. It is home to the Calcutta Stock Exchange ? India's second-largest bourse. It is also a major commercial and military port, and the only city in the region to have an international airport.
Cost of Living: Calcutta has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Calcutta is currently ranked 162 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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India, Chennai Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: Chennai is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

City Economy: Chennai's economy has a broad industrial base in the car, technology, hardware manufacturing, and healthcare industries. The city is India's second largest exporter of software, information technology (IT) and information-technology-enabled services (ITES). A major chunk of India's car manufacturing industry is based in and around the city.
Cost of Living: Chennai has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Chennai is currently ranked 150 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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India, Hyderabad Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: Hyderabad is the capital and the most populous city of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.

City Economy: Hyderabad has developed into a major hub for the information technology industry in India. The city is home to the world's largest film studio, the Ramoji Film City as well as the Telugu Film Industry, the second-largest in India, known popularly as Tollywood.
Cost of Living: Hyderabad has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Hyderabad is currently ranked 164 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

For more cost of living information on India, Hyderabad

India, New Delhi Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: New Delhi is the capital of India.

City Economy: New Delhi is situated within the metropolis of Delhi and serves as the seat of the Government of India and the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. Government and quasi government sector is the primary employer in New Delhi. The city's service sector has expanded due in part to the large skilled English-speaking workforce that has attracted many multinational companies. Key service industries include information technology, telecommunications, hotels, banking, media and tourism.
Cost of Living: New Delhi has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. New Delhi is currently ranked 146 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

India, Calcutta Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: Calcutta is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal.

City Economy: Calcutta is the main business, commercial and financial hub of eastern India and the northeastern states. It is home to the Calcutta Stock Exchange ? India's second-largest bourse. It is also a major commercial and military port, and the only city in the region to have an international airport.
Cost of Living: Calcutta has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Calcutta is currently ranked 162 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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Saturday, June 19, 2010

India, Bangalore Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: Bangalore is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka.

City Economy: Bangalore evolved into a manufacturing hub for heavy industries such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Indian Telephone Industries (ITI), Hindustan Machine Tools and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) after India gained independence from Great Britain in 1947. Within the last decade, the establishment and success of high technology firms in Bangalore has led to the growth of Information Technology (IT) in India. IT firms in Bangalore employ about 35% of India's pool of around 1 million IT professionals. Bangalore accounts for the highest IT-related exports in the country.
Cost of Living: Bangalore has an overall cost of living index which equates it with low cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Bangalore is currently ranked 197 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

For more cost of living information on India, Bangalore

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

India, Chennai Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: Chennai is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

City Economy: Chennai's economy has a broad industrial base in the car, technology, hardware manufacturing, and healthcare industries. The city is India's second largest exporter of software, information technology (IT) and information-technology-enabled services (ITES). A major chunk of India's car manufacturing industry is based in and around the city.
Cost of Living: Chennai has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Chennai is currently ranked 150 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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Tuesday, June 8, 2010

India, Mumbai Cost of Living April 2010

Country Full Name: Republic of India.

Location: India is in Southern Asia, bordering the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and Pakistan.

Country Climate: Varies from tropical monsoon in south to temperate in north.

Country Terrain: Upland plain (Deccan Plateau) in south, flat to rolling plain along the Ganges, deserts in west, Himalayas in north.

Major Languages: Hindi, English and at least 16 other official languages.

Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism.

Country Population: 1186.3 million (2008 est.) 1203.3 million (2009 est.).

Country Economy: The economy of India is the twelfth largest economy in the world by nominal value and the fourth largest by purchasing power parity (PPP). In the 1990s, following economic reform from the socialist-inspired economy of post-independence India, the country began to experience rapid economic growth, as markets opened for international competition and investment. In the 21st century, India is an emerging economic power with vast human and natural resources, and a huge knowledge base.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR).

Country Inflation: 8.3% (2008 est.) 8.7% (2009 est.).

City: Mumbai is the capital of the Indian state of Maharashtra.

City Economy: Mumbai is the commercial and entertainment centre of India, generating 5% of India's GDP, and accounting for 25% of industrial output, 40% of maritime trade, and 70% of capital transactions to India's economy. Mumbai is home to important financial institutions such as the Reserve Bank of India, the Bombay Stock Exchange, the National Stock Exchange of India and the corporate headquarters of numerous Indian companies and multinational corporations. The city also houses India's Hindi film and television industry, known as Bollywood.
Cost of Living: Mumbai has an overall cost of living index which equates it with middle cost of living locations. The overall cost of living index is comprised of the prices for defined quantities of the same goods and services across all 13 Basket Groups. Mumbai is currently ranked 120 overall, most expensive place in the world for expatriates to live, out of 282 international locations.

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