By Santosh Kumar 10 No. Market Bhopal is one of the city’s most popular local shopping and hangout markets. It has the feel of a proper neighbourhood market, but with a slightly modern lifestyle touch. The lanes have clothing shops, cafés, bakeries, restaurants, footwear stores, jewellery counters, salons, grocery stores and branded outlets. In the evening, the market becomes brighter and busier, with families, students, office-goers and youngsters coming for shopping, snacks and casual outings.
10 No. Market is mainly known for fashion shopping, food outlets, traditional wear, accessories, party outfits, daily essentials and evening hangouts. Local guides describe it as a popular market in Arera Colony with shops for daily necessities, fashion, traditional Indian wear, party outfits and accessories.
History of 10 No. Market Bhopal
10 No. Market grew with the development of Arera Colony, one of Bhopal’s well-known residential and commercial areas. As the locality became more active, the market developed as a convenient shopping point for nearby residents. Small shops, food outlets, boutiques, grocery stores and local service businesses gradually made the area busy.
Unlike old markets such as Chowk Bazaar or New Market, 10 No. Market has a more modern neighbourhood-market identity. It is not mainly a heritage bazaar or wholesale mandi. It became popular because people could shop, eat, meet friends and complete daily errands in one place.
Over time, the market became a recognised shopping destination of Bhopal. A 2024 shopping guide listed 10 Number Market among Bhopal’s notable shopping places, along with New Market, Chowk Bazaar, DB City Mall and Bittan Market Haat.
Location of 10 No. Market Bhopal
10 No. Market is located in Arera Colony, Bhopal, around the E-3/E-4 side of the locality. Map listings place 10 No. Market in E-4, Arera Colony, while local market guides mention it around E-3, Arera Colony.
The market is useful for people living in Arera Colony, Shahpura, Bittan Market, Habibganj/Rani Kamalapati side, Kolar Road, MP Nagar, Gulmohar, Chunabhatti and nearby Bhopal areas.
It is also easy to identify because “10 Number” is a familiar local landmark. Most auto drivers, cab drivers and local residents understand the name clearly.
Shops in 10 No. Market
10 No. Market has a mixed shopping character. It is not limited to clothing or food only. You can find fashion shops, daily-use stores, eateries, electronics outlets and lifestyle services in the same area.
Common shops and products in 10 No. Market include:
- Women’s wear shops
- Saree and suit stores
- Party-wear outfit shops
- Men’s wear stores
- Kids’ clothing shops
- Footwear shops
- Bags and accessories
- Artificial jewellery counters
- Grocery and daily-need stores
- Cafés and restaurants
- Bakeries and sweet shops
- Salons and beauty services
- Electronics and gadget stores
- Gift and lifestyle shops
AllBhopal describes 10 No. Market as a marketplace in Arera Colony with shops selling everyday essentials, traditional Indian wear, sarees, salwar suits, lehengas, party outfits and accessories.
What Is 10 No. Market Famous For?
10 No. Market is mainly famous for shopping and food together. It is a good place for people who want to shop for clothes and accessories, then enjoy snacks, fast food, sweets or café-style food.
The market is famous for:
- Traditional wear
- Party outfits
- Sarees and suits
- Accessories
- Footwear
- Daily essentials
- Cafés and restaurants
- Street food
- Electronics stores
- Evening hangouts
- Festive shopping
- Local lifestyle shopping
The market is also known for food stalls and local snacks. Market listings mention chaat, samosas and kebabs around the market area, making it attractive for casual food lovers as well as shoppers.
During festivals, the market becomes even more active. A recent report on Bhopal’s Diwali shopping noted strong festive footfall in large-format stores around DB Mall, 10 Number Market and MP Nagar, especially for electronics and seasonal shopping.
Market Timings and Weekly Closed Day
Timings can vary from shop to shop. A local market guide lists 10 No. Market timing around 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM, while a Croma store listing in 10 Number Market shows timings from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
A practical timing guide is:
For shopping: 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
For food and cafés: afternoon to night
Best time to visit: evening
For less crowd: weekday afternoon
For festive shopping: visit early
Some local discussions mention Tuesday closure for 10 Number Market, but shop-wise schedules may differ. So, if you are going for a specific shop, it is better to check once before visiting.
How to Reach 10 No. Market Bhopal
10 No. Market is easy to reach by auto, cab, two-wheeler, city bus or private vehicle. Since it is located in Arera Colony, it is well connected with MP Nagar, Rani Kamalapati Railway Station, Shahpura, Bittan Market, Kolar Road and Habibganj side.
If you are coming by train, Rani Kamalapati Railway Station is one of the useful nearby railway points. Local guides also mention Rani Kamalapati/Habibganj as a nearby station for 10 No. Market.
Parking can be difficult during evening and festive rush. If you want a relaxed visit, go in the afternoon. If you want the full market feel, evening is better.
Nearby Places
Nearby places around 10 No. Market include Arera Colony, Bittan Market, Shahpura, Rani Kamalapati Railway Station, MP Nagar, DB City Mall side, Gulmohar, Chunabhatti and Kolar Road side.
Many people combine 10 No. Market with Bittan Market or MP Nagar shopping. If you want a mall experience, DB City Mall is also not very far. If you want a local shopping and food outing, 10 No. Market itself is enough for a short evening plan.
Useful Buying Tips
Compare prices before buying clothes, accessories or party wear. Check stitching, fabric quality and size properly. For electronics or gadgets, always ask for bill and warranty. For food, evenings are livelier, but weekends can be crowded. Carry some cash along with UPI because smaller vendors may prefer quick payments.
Final Words
10 No. Market Bhopal is one of the city’s most useful and lively local markets. It is best known for clothes, accessories, traditional wear, food outlets, cafés, daily essentials, electronics and evening hangouts. Its biggest strength is its balanced mix of shopping and food in a well-known Arera Colony location. For casual shopping, festive buying or a relaxed evening outing in Bhopal, 10 No. Market remains a dependable place to visit.