Chitlapakkam
Chitlapakkam is a serene residential area situated between Chromepet, Selaiyur, and Tambaram in south Chennai. The locality is anchored by its picturesque lake that has been a community gathering point for generations. With the Tambaram suburban railway station nearby and good bus connectivity, Chitlapakkam provides affordable and peaceful living with access to the broader city. The area has seen steady growth with new apartment complexes complementing its older independent house settlements.
Government & Administrative Offices
Administrative and revenue offices serving Chitlapakkam.
Chennai Corporation
Tambaram (Zone 15)
Ward(s): 198, 199
Tambaram Corporation Office, Chennai 600045
Phone: 044-2226 1111
Tambaram Sub-Registrar Office
Sub-Registrar Office
Tambaram, Chennai 600045
Phone: 044-2226 1250
Jurisdiction: Chitlapakkam, Chromepet, Selaiyur, Hastinapuram
Tambaram Taluk Office
Tambaram Taluk
Tambaram, Chennai 600045
Phone: 044-2226 1450
Post Offices
India Post offices serving Chitlapakkam.
Chitlapakkam SO
Sub Post Office · 600064
Chitlapakkam Main Road, Chennai 600064
Phone: 044-2223 0064
Places of Interest
Key attractions and landmarks in Chitlapakkam.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Chitlapakkam.
Sports & Recreation
Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Chitlapakkam.
Chitlapakkam Lake Park
Chitlapakkam, Chennai 600064
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Chitlapakkam Corporation Playground
Chitlapakkam Main Road, Chennai 600064
6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Transport
Getting around and connecting from Chitlapakkam.
Chromepet Railway Station (nearest)
suburban train · Chennai Beach – Tambaram
Chitlapakkam Bus Stop
bus stop
Tambaram Railway Station (nearby)
suburban train · Chennai Beach – Tambaram / Chengalpattu
Bus Routes
MTC and TNSTC bus services from Chitlapakkam.
| Route | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | Broadway | Tambaram |
| 70A | Broadway | Chromepet |
| S70 | T. Nagar | Tambaram |
| 170 | Broadway | Tambaram Sanatorium |
| 114 | Broadway | Chengalpattu |
| M51C | CMBT | Tambaram |
| 55C | Central | Tambaram |
| 17F | Broadway | Tambaram |
| S19A | Adyar | Tambaram |
| 570A | Sholinganallur | Tambaram |
Nearby Localities
Other neighbourhoods in the same zone as Chitlapakkam.
Adyar
A well-established residential neighbourhood in south Chennai, known for the Theosophical Society, Adyar River, and its leafy, tree-lined streets.
Mylapore
One of Chennai's oldest neighbourhoods, Mylapore is the cultural heart of the city, famous for the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, San Thome Cathedral, and a vibrant arts scene.
Besant Nagar
A coastal residential area famous for Elliot's Beach, one of Chennai's cleanest and most popular urban beaches.
Velachery
A rapidly growing residential and IT hub in south Chennai, home to the Phoenix MarketCity mall and well connected by metro rail.