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BHU Campus Area
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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180+

Properties

₹4,500/sqft

Avg. Rate

5–8%

Rental Yield

₹20L – ₹1.5Cr

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BHU Campus — Quick Facts

Looking for the size and location of Banaras Hindu University? Here are the verified facts.

Main Campus Area

1,300 acres (5.3 km²)

South Campus

2,700 acres, Barkachha (Mirzapur)

Total Area

~4,000 acres (16.2 km²)

Location

Lanka, Varanasi — near Assi Ghat

Founded

1916 by Madan Mohan Malaviya

Student Population

~35,000 (Asia's largest residential univ.)

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We list 180+ rental & sale properties within 2 km of the BHU campus — PG rooms, 1–3 BHK flats and plots.

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About BHU Campus Area

Banaras Hindu University — Asia's largest residential university — anchors one of Varanasi's most stable rental markets. With 35,000+ students and thousands of faculty members, the BHU area offers landlords near-100% occupancy and consistent rental income throughout the academic year.

Why People Choose BHU Campus Area

Asia's largest residential university

35,000+ student population

Constant rental demand year-round

Sir Sunderlal Hospital on campus

Libraries, labs & cultural centres

Safe, well-monitored neighbourhood

Properties in BHU Campus Area

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Near shitla ghat in varanasi

₹10,000,000

Chowk

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Grihsetu Heights — 2 & 3 BHK Luxury Apartments near BHU, Dafi, Varanasi

₹6,286,500

Narottampur Kala, Naipura Dafi, Lanka

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Rent For Commercial property Near Nuwav, Radia Varanasi

₹5,000

Nuwav , Tadia varanasi

290 sqft

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1&2 BHK FLAT AND MASTER ROOM WITH ATTACHED BATHROOM AND KITCHEN NEAR NH2 NUWAV VARANASI

₹5,500

Varanasi, Sadar, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221011, India

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Commercial property for sale near akhari bypass

₹29,000,000

Akhari bypass, near national highway 2, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India

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2 BHK NEAR VAISHNO MATA MANDIR

₹15,000

Vaishno vihar colony near gautam nagar

2 BHK 1 1250 sqft

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living and investing in BHU Campus Area

How big is the BHU campus? What is the total area?

The main BHU campus in Varanasi covers 1,300 acres (5.3 km²), making it one of the largest residential university campuses in Asia. BHU also has a second campus at Barkachha in Mirzapur district covering 2,700 acres, bringing the total area to approximately 4,000 acres (16.2 km²). The main Varanasi campus is bounded by Lanka, Nagwa, Sundarpur and Susuwahi.

Where is BHU located in Varanasi?

Banaras Hindu University is in the southern part of Varanasi, near Assi Ghat and the holy Ganges. The main gate (Singh Dwar / Lanka Gate) opens onto Lanka crossing — about 7 km from Varanasi Cantt railway station and 28 km from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.

Is the BHU area ideal for rental property?

It's one of the best in Varanasi. Demand from students and faculty is year-round, with very low vacancy rates.

What types of properties are popular near BHU?

PG accommodations, furnished 1–2 BHK flats, and independent rooms are highest in demand from students.

What rental income can I expect?

₹6,000–₹25,000/month depending on property size and furnishing, with fully-furnished flats commanding premium rates.

Investment Snapshot

BHU Campus Area

Price Range₹20L – ₹1.5Cr

Avg. Rate₹4,500/sqft

Rental Yield5–8%

Listings180+

BHU area consistently delivers 5–8% rental yields — among the best in Varanasi. The permanent student population and hospital staff create a recession-proof rental market.

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