| Saraswathipuram, Mysore | |
| Native Name: | Kukrahalli |
| Subdivision Type: | Country |
| Subdivision Name: |  India |
| Subdivision Type1: | State |
| Subdivision Name1: | Karnataka |
| Subdivision Type2: | District |
| Subdivision Name2: | Mysore |
| Nickname: | Saraswathipuram |
| Coordinates: | 12.2994°N 76.6248°W |
| Timezone: | IST |
| Utc Offset1: | +5:30 |
| Postal Code Type: | PIN |
| Postal Code: | 570009[1] |
| Official Name: | Saraswathipuram |
Saraswathipuram is a residential suburb of Mysore city in Karnataka State, India.
It is located on the western side of Mysore, and is sometimes considered part of downtown Mysore because of its proximity to the city center.[2]
There is a post office at Saraswathipuram.
Saraswathipuram was originally designed as a residential tract for teachers and most of the residents were academicians. But recently people from all walks of life have settled there. The academicians form a majority even now because the University of Mysore and many other major organizations are located in Saraswathipuram. The area is considered an upmarket place because of its shaded streets and beautiful parks.
Kukkarahalli Lake is located in Saraswathipuram. This is a property of the University of Mysore and maintained by the university administration. The lake was created in 1864 for irrigation purpose. The lake has a three kilometer long perimeter track which is popular among joggers and trekkers. The biodiversity of the lake area is impressive with many species of birds present in this area. preserve the lake by implementing several remedial measures.