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.
Sri Sankara Vidyashramam Matriculation Higher Secondary School
School · Matriculation · Est. 1988
East Coast Road, Palavakkam
Sishya School
School · ICSE · Est. 1974
Adyar, near Palavakkam
Bala Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School
School · CBSE · Est. 1962
Adyar, near Palavakkam
Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School
School · CBSE · Est. 1963
Mylapore, near Palavakkam
Lady Sivaswami Ayyar Girls Higher Secondary School
School · State Board · Est. 1901
Mylapore, near Palavakkam
CSI Ewart Matriculation Higher Secondary School
School · Matriculation
Thiruvanmiyur, near Palavakkam
St. Marks Matriculation School
School · Matriculation
ECR, Kottivakkam, near Palavakkam
Good Earth School
School · CBSE
Adyar, near Palavakkam
The School KFI (Krishnamurti Foundation)
School · ICSE · Est. 1973
Besant Avenue, Adyar
Asan Memorial Senior Secondary School
School · CBSE · Est. 1978
Indira Nagar, near Palavakkam
Corporation Middle School, Palavakkam
School · State Board
Palavakkam, Chennai 600041
Gill Adarsh Matriculation Higher Secondary School
School · Matriculation · Est. 1973
Kotturpuram, near Palavakkam
Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan (Adyar)
School · CBSE · Est. 1960
Adyar, near Palavakkam
Sri Sri Ravishankar Vidya Mandir
School · CBSE
Palavakkam, ECR
Holy Angels Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School
School · State Board · Est. 1895
T. Nagar, near Palavakkam
Chettinad Vidyashram
School · CBSE · Est. 1986
RA Puram, near Palavakkam
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 |