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Sulekha
Aviation · Chennai, India · Founded 2000
A Leader in Local Service Need Fulfillment MoreLess
Sulekha.com was founded by Satya Prabhakar in 2007, marking the beginning of a transformative journey in the digital classifieds space in India. Initially, Sulekha started as a platform focused on user-generated content, aiming to connect users with local businesses and services. This vision was driven by Prabhakar's understanding of the growing need for a digital platform that could bridge the gap between consumers and local service providers.
Over the years, Sulekha evolved significantly. By 2017, it had transformed from a simple business listings site into a sophisticated technology-driven matchmaking platform. This evolution was crucial as it allowed Sulekha to better serve its users by providing more personalized and efficient connections between service providers and consumers.
A significant milestone in Sulekha's journey was its ability to secure substantial funding, which fueled its growth and expansion across India. This financial backing was instrumental in enhancing its technological capabilities and expanding its reach to over 50 cities, covering more than 200 service categories.
Today, Sulekha stands as one of India's largest platforms for local services, continuing to innovate and adapt to the changing digital landscape. Its success is a testament to the vision and leadership of Satya Prabhakar, who recognized the potential of digital platforms in transforming local service ecosystems.
Company overview
Sulekha company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2000
- Headquarters
- Chennai, India
- Employees
- 1,384
- Open positions
- 5
- Dealroom signal
- 67.9
Valuation & funding
Sulekha funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATE VC✓Equity / VC | Sep 2015 | $0 | — | Norwest Venture Partners | — |
| SERIES C✓Equity / VC | Apr 2015 | $28M | $112M | Norwest Venture Partners · GIC | — |
| SERIES B✓Equity / VC | Jan 2011 | $6.5M | $26M | Norwest Venture Partners · Mitsui Global Investment | — |
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Jan 2006 | $10M | $40M | Norwest Venture Partners | — |
Financials
Workforce over time
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| Year | Employees |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 1,383 |
| 2025 | 1,378 |
| 2024 | 1,371 |
| 2023 | 1,386 |
| 2022 | 1,299 |
| 2021 | 1,249 |
| 2020 | 1,256 |
Growth signals
Sulekha website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for Sulekha is 2.4M monthly website visits, up 0% over the last three months. Sulekha's team grew 0.4% over the past year.
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