Poonamallee
Poonamallee, derived from the Tamil name "Poonthamalli" meaning "jasmine garland", is one of the oldest settlements in the Chennai region. The town was an important military post during both the Vijayanagara Empire and British colonial periods, and the ruins of the Poonamallee Fort still stand as testament to its strategic significance. Situated on the Grand Western Trunk Road connecting Chennai to Bangalore, Poonamallee has grown into a busy suburban centre while retaining its historical character. The area is well connected by the Chennai–Tiruvallur suburban railway and major bus routes.
Government & Administrative Offices
Administrative and revenue offices serving Poonamallee.
Chennai Corporation
Poonamallee (Zone 14)
Ward(s): 1–36 (Poonamallee Municipality, now part of Chennai Corporation Zone 14)
Zone 14 Office, Poonamallee, Chennai 600056
Phone: 044-2649 0100
Poonamallee Sub-Registrar Office
Sub-Registrar Office
Trunk Road, Poonamallee, Chennai 600056
Phone: 044-2649 0460
Jurisdiction: Poonamallee, Kundrathur, Mangadu, Chembarambakkam, Thiruneermalai
Poonamallee Taluk Office
Poonamallee Taluk
Trunk Road, Poonamallee, Chennai 600056
Phone: 044-2649 0215
Post Offices
India Post offices serving Poonamallee.
Poonamallee HPO
Head Post Office · 600056
Trunk Road, Poonamallee, Chennai 600056
Phone: 044-2649 0056
Places of Interest
Key attractions and landmarks in Poonamallee.
Poonamallee Fort
A 16th-century fort originally built by the Vijayanagara Empire and later occupied by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British East India Company.
Learn moreSri Varadharaja Perumal Temple
An ancient Vishnu temple in Poonamallee with Dravidian architecture, believed to have been built during the Pallava period.
Learn moreHealthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Poonamallee.
Sports & Recreation
Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Poonamallee.
Poonamallee Municipal Park
Near Poonamallee Bus Stand
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Shopping
Malls, markets, and shopping destinations in Poonamallee.
Transport
Getting around and connecting from Poonamallee.
Poonamallee Suburban Railway Station
suburban train · Chennai Beach–Arakkonam Line
Poonamallee Bus Terminus
bus stop
Nemilichery Halt Railway Station
suburban train · Chennai Beach–Arakkonam Line
Bus Routes
MTC and TNSTC bus services from Poonamallee.
| Route | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 76 | Broadway | Poonamallee |
| 76A | Broadway | Poonamallee |
| 117 | Koyambedu | Avadi |
| 76B | Tambaram | Poonamallee |
| 76D | Broadway | Sriperumbudur |
| 118 | Koyambedu | Sriperumbudur |
| 57B | Broadway | Poonamallee |
| S76 | T. Nagar | Poonamallee |
| 76K | Koyambedu | Poonamallee |
| M76 | Broadway | Poonamallee Camp |
| 19B | Poonamallee | Tambaram |
Nearby Localities
Other neighbourhoods in the same zone as Poonamallee.
Anna Nagar
A well-planned residential township in west Chennai, known for the Anna Nagar Tower Park, wide roads, and excellent civic infrastructure.
Vadapalani
A bustling neighbourhood in western Chennai, Vadapalani is centred around the famous Vadapalani Murugan Temple and serves as a major commercial and entertainment hub.
Porur
A rapidly developing neighbourhood in western Chennai, Porur is known for its historic lake, proximity to major IT corridors, and excellent hospital infrastructure.
Mogappair
A well-planned residential extension of Anna Nagar in west Chennai, known for its orderly layout, good civic amenities, and proximity to Ambattur Industrial Estate.