Padi
Padi is a significant junction locality in north-western Chennai, positioned at the confluence of routes connecting Ambattur, Villivakkam, Kolathur, and Anna Nagar. The neighbourhood has a strong industrial heritage, being adjacent to the Ambattur Industrial Estate, one of Asia's largest industrial estates. In recent years, Padi has seen rapid residential development with new apartment complexes, while retaining its character as a working-class neighbourhood with affordable housing, local markets, and good bus connectivity.
Government & Administrative Offices
Administrative and revenue offices serving Padi.
Chennai Corporation
Ambattur (Zone 7)
Ward(s): 54, 55, 56, 57
Zone 7 Office, Ambattur, Chennai 600053
Phone: 044-2657 0510
Ambattur Sub-Registrar Office
Sub-Registrar Office
Ambattur, Chennai 600053
Phone: 044-2657 2480
Jurisdiction: Padi, Ambattur, Korattur, Villivakkam
Ambattur Taluk Office
Ambattur Taluk
Ambattur, Chennai 600053
Phone: 044-2657 0845
Post Offices
India Post offices serving Padi.
Padi Post Office
Sub Post Office · 600050
Padi, Chennai 600050
Ambattur Industrial Estate Post Office
Sub Post Office · 600058
Ambattur Industrial Estate, Chennai 600058
Korattur Post Office
Sub Post Office · 600080
Korattur, Chennai 600080
Places of Interest
Key attractions and landmarks in Padi.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Padi.
Sports & Recreation
Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Padi.
Padi Corporation Park
Padi, Chennai 600050
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Padi Corporation Playground
Padi, Chennai 600050
5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Shopping
Malls, markets, and shopping destinations in Padi.
Schools & Colleges
Educational institutions in and around Padi.
Adams Nur & Pri Padi
No 161/148 Raja Street Padi Chennai, No 161/148 Raja Street Padi Chennai, 600050
Ajay Special School, Collector Nagar
No:6, Officers Colony, Anna Nagar West Extn., 600050
Britannia Primary School
336, Raja Street Padi, Chennai 900050, 600050
Brittania Hs, Padi
336 Raja Street Padi, 600050
Chennai Middle School Dr.Moorthy Nagar
Pada Salai Dr Moorthy Nagar, 600050
Chennai Primary School Anna Nagar West
13B Park Road , Anna Nagar West Extn, 600050
Chennai Primary School Mannurpet
Ambattur Municipal Primary School Mannurpet Pillaiyar Koil Street Mannurpet, 600050
Chennai Primary School Mathiyalagan Nagar
Kuberaganapathy Street Mathiyalagan Nagar Padi,Chennai, 600050
Christ Matric Higher Secondary School, Padi
No.19, Tmp Nagar Extension Padi, Chennai, 600050
Cs Central MAT HSS Mannurpet
31-33,Malayathamman Koil Street,Mannurpet,Chennai, 600050
Jayam Spl School
No.16,Mahalakshmi Road, Kalaivanar Nagar, Padi, 600050
Joshua Model MAT HSS, Anna Nagar
No 2/1 Tvs Main Road P.M.Thevar Nagar, Padi Chennai, 600050
Lakshmi Matriculation Higher Secondary School,Jagadambigai Nagar,Padi
26/18 Jagadambigai Nagar Padi-Chennai, 600050
Sacred Heart MAT.HSS
Sathya Nagar Padi Chennai, 600050
Sirorathnam Matriculation School Mannurpet
Bajanai Koil Street, Mannurpet, 600050
Sri Bhuvaneswari MAT, Padi
145, Vannier Street, Padi, Chennai- 50., 600050
St Thresa's MAT HSS Mannurpet
No.12, Kamaraj Nagar, Mannur Pet , Chennai, 600050
Transport
Getting around and connecting from Padi.
Padi Bus Stop
bus stop
Ambattur Railway Station
suburban train · Chennai Central–Arakkonam/Tiruvallur
Villivakkam Bus Terminus
bus stop
Bus Routes
MTC and TNSTC bus services from Padi.
| Route | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | Broadway | Padi |
| 12G | Broadway | Avadi |
| 102 | Broadway | Red Hills |
| 158 | Koyambedu | Tiruvottiyur |
| 23C | Broadway | Padi |
| 152 | Koyambedu | Madhavaram |
| 154 | Koyambedu | Kolathur |
| 29B | Ennore | Guindy |
| 17E | Broadway | Mogappair |
| 107 | T. Nagar | Ambattur |
| S70 | Broadway | Padi |
Nearby Localities
Other neighbourhoods in the same zone as Padi.
George Town
The historic commercial heart of Chennai, George Town is a bustling wholesale trading hub centred around Fort St. George, the first British fortress in India.
Tondiarpet
A historic port-area neighbourhood in North Chennai known for its bustling markets, diverse communities, and proximity to Chennai Harbour.
Royapuram
One of Chennai's oldest neighbourhoods, home to the historic Royapuram Railway Station, the first railway station in South India, and the bustling Chennai Fishing Harbour.
Washermanpet
A densely populated neighbourhood in North Chennai with deep historical roots, now transformed by metro connectivity on the Blue Line.