Palavakkam
Palavakkam is a charming coastal neighbourhood located along the East Coast Road (ECR) between Kottivakkam and Neelankarai. The area has become one of south Chennai's most desirable residential localities, combining the appeal of beach living with proximity to the OMR IT corridor. Palavakkam Beach is a popular weekend destination, and the ECR stretch through the locality is dotted with restaurants, cafes, and bakeries. The neighbourhood maintains a pleasant, laid-back vibe while offering good connectivity to the rest of the city.
Government & Administrative Offices
Administrative and revenue offices serving Palavakkam.
Chennai Corporation
Adyar (Zone 13)
Ward(s): 188, 189
Zone 13 Office, Adyar, Chennai 600020
Phone: 044-2441 0910
Adyar Sub-Registrar Office
Sub-Registrar Office
Lattice Bridge Road, Adyar, Chennai 600020
Phone: 044-2441 3525
Jurisdiction: Palavakkam, Kottivakkam, Neelankarai, Thiruvanmiyur, Besant Nagar
Mylapore-Triplicane Taluk Office
Mylapore-Triplicane Taluk
Royapettah, Chennai 600014
Phone: 044-2852 1675
Post Offices
India Post offices serving Palavakkam.
Palavakkam SO
Sub Post Office · 600041
ECR, Palavakkam, Chennai 600041
Phone: 044-2451 1041
Places of Interest
Key attractions and landmarks in Palavakkam.
Palavakkam Beach
A popular beach along the ECR frequented by families and joggers, known for its relatively clean sands and pleasant atmosphere especially during evenings.
Learn moreVGP Universal Kingdom
A popular amusement park and water theme park along the ECR, a landmark entertainment destination for families in Chennai.
Learn moreHealthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Palavakkam.
Rela Hospital (formerly Global Health City)
No. 439, Cheran Nagar, Perumbakkam, near ECR
044-6140 0000Sports & Recreation
Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Palavakkam.
Palavakkam Beach Jogging Track
Palavakkam Beach, ECR
5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tsunami Park
ECR, near Palavakkam
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Shopping
Malls, markets, and shopping destinations in Palavakkam.
Schools & Colleges
Educational institutions in and around Palavakkam.
ADW High School, Palavakkam
2/21 ECR Palavakkam, Palavakkam, 600041
Adwps,Palavakkam
6th Cross Street, Kandaswamy Nagar, Palavakkam, Chennai, 600041
Alphabet International School, Palavakkam
Alphabet International School 3 MGR Salai, Palavakkam, 600041
Iqrar Nursery & Primary School Palavakkam
3/275 Pachaiyappan Street Periyar Road, Palavakkam, 600041
Manuelmony Matric. Hr. Sec. School
2/387, Periyar Street, Palavakkam, Chennai, 600041
Sri Chaitanya Techno School, Palavakkam
No 16A 16B MGR Road ECR Palavakkam, 600041
Sri Sankara N&P School Palavakkam
3/817, 7th Street, Krishna Nagar, Palavakkam, Chennai, 600041
St. Johns Universal School, Palavakkam
St. Johns Universal School, No.4/194, East Coast Road, Palavakkam, 600041
Transport
Getting around and connecting from Palavakkam.
Palavakkam Bus Stop
bus stop
VGP Bus Stop
bus stop
Thiruvanmiyur MRTS Station
suburban train · Chennai Beach – Velachery MRTS
Bus Routes
MTC and TNSTC bus services from Palavakkam.
| Route | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 41C | T. Nagar | ECR (Akkarai) |
| E19 | Broadway | ECR Neelankarai |
| 109 | Broadway | Thiruporur |
| 19G | Tambaram | ECR |
| M70 | Broadway | Palavakkam |
| 5C | Broadway | Palavakkam |
| 29C | Ennore | ECR |
| T19 | T. Nagar | Neelankarai |
| 21G | Tambaram | ECR |
| 6B | Broadway | Neelankarai |
| 47A | Broadway | ECR |
Nearby Localities
Other neighbourhoods in the same zone as Palavakkam.
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.