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Kuala Lumpur And Klang Valley - Malaysia

by madhuri yadav 12 January, 2025 0 Comment 20 Views

Moving to Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley - Malaysia

Contribute to the community by sharing information to help the Desi community connect and support one another. Provide details about apartments where the Desi community resides. Answer questions from those moving here for work, school, or other reasons. Share information about areas or buildings with a significant Desi population, including rent costs, utilities included, accessibility, availability of laundry facilities, and other relevant details. Note: This section is not for posting apartments for rent—please use the classifieds section for that. The goal is to offer guidance and answer questions for people planning to move to this area.

 

1. South Asian Community

  • The ethnic groups in Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley include Malays, Chinese, and Indians. The Indian population is primarily Tamil, with smaller Punjabi, Gujarati, and Malayali communities.

2. South Asian Areas

  • Brickfields (Little India): A cultural hub for the Indian community with temples, shops, and restaurants.
  • Sentul: Home to a significant South Asian population, including Indians and Sri Lankans.
  • Subang Jaya and Petaling Jaya: Popular residential areas for South Asians.
  • Bangsar: Mixed South Asian presence with many expatriates.

3. South Asian Main Market Area

  • Brickfields (Little India):
    • Vibrant market with Indian goods, textiles, jewelry, and traditional food.

4. South Asian Grocery Stores

  • Moghul Mahal Grocery (Brickfields): Indian spices, snacks, and fresh produce.
  • Annalakshmi Grocery Store (Sentul): Specializes in South Indian ingredients.
  • Giant Hypermarket (Various locations): Stocks common South Asian products.
  • Sri Nirwana Indian Grocery (Subang Jaya): Popular among locals for authentic spices.

5. Transportation

  • Public Transport:

    • Extensive train and bus networks, including MRT, LRT, and Monorail.
    • Grab (ride-hailing) is widely used.
  • Accessibility to South Asian Areas:

    • Brickfields and Sentul are easily accessible via KL Sentral station.
    • Subang Jaya and Petaling Jaya are connected via LRT and commuter trains.

6. Religious Places

  • Temples:

    • Sri Mahamariamman Temple (Kuala Lumpur): Oldest Hindu temple in Malaysia.
    • Batu Caves Temple (Gombak): Iconic Hindu temple and tourist attraction.
  • Gurdwaras:

    • Gurdwara Sahib Sentul (Sentul).
    • Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya (Petaling Jaya).
  • Mosques:

    • Masjid India (Kuala Lumpur).
    • National Mosque of Malaysia (Masjid Negara).

7. Cost of Living

  • Housing:

    • Apartment rental: RM 1,500–3,000/month (varies by location).
    • Utilities: RM 200–400/month.
  • Food:

    • Eating out: RM 10–20/meal at local eateries.
    • Groceries: RM 300–600/month for a small family.
  • Transportation:

    • Public transport passes: RM 100–150/month.

8. Best Public Schools in South Asian Areas

Elementary Schools:

  • SK Brickfields 1 (Brickfields): Popular among the Indian community.
  • SK Bandar Sunway (Subang Jaya): Multicultural student body.

Middle Schools:

  • SMK Vivekananda (Brickfields): Caters to the South Asian community.
  • SMK Subang Utama (Subang Jaya): Known for academic excellence.

High Schools:

  • Victoria Institution (Kuala Lumpur): Historic school with diverse students.
  • SMK Bandar Utama (Petaling Jaya): High-performing and inclusive.

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