Puzhuthivakkam
Puzhuthivakkam is a well-established residential locality in south Chennai, falling under the Sholinganallur taluk. Historically a quiet village on the outskirts of the city, it has witnessed rapid urbanisation over the past two decades, attracting families with its relatively affordable housing and proximity to the Velachery commercial hub. The locality enjoys good bus connectivity to key parts of Chennai and is close to the Velachery Metro and MRTS stations, making it a popular choice for working professionals.
Government & Administrative Offices
Administrative and revenue offices serving Puzhuthivakkam.
Chennai Corporation
Adyar (Zone 13)
Ward(s): 186, 187
Zone 13 Office, Adyar, Chennai 600020
Phone: 044-2441 0044
Velachery Sub-Registrar Office
Sub-Registrar Office
100 Feet Road, Velachery, Chennai 600042
Phone: 044-2243 0056
Jurisdiction: Velachery, Puzhuthivakkam, Nanganallur, Pallikaranai
Sholinganallur Taluk Office
Sholinganallur Taluk
Sholinganallur, Chennai 600119
Phone: 044-2450 2050
Post Offices
India Post offices serving Puzhuthivakkam.
Puzhuthivakkam Post Office
Sub Post Office · 600091
Puzhuthivakkam Main Road, Chennai 600091
Nanganallur Head Post Office
Head Post Office · 600061
1st Main Road, Nanganallur, Chennai 600061
Phone: 044-2224 1361
Velachery Post Office
Sub Post Office · 600042
100 Feet Road, Velachery, Chennai 600042
Places of Interest
Key attractions and landmarks in Puzhuthivakkam.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Puzhuthivakkam.
Sports & Recreation
Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Puzhuthivakkam.
Puzhuthivakkam Corporation Ground
Puzhuthivakkam Main Road
6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Nanganallur Park Walking Track
1st Main Road, Nanganallur
5:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Schools & Colleges
Educational institutions in and around Puzhuthivakkam.
Chennai Primary School Puzhuthivakkam
Ravanan Nagar 3rd Street, Puzhuthivakkam, 600091
Chennai Primary School Vanuvampet
South New Street, Vanuvampet, 600091
Karpaga Vigneswara Vidyalaya MHSS Ullagaram
No. 14,Parthiban Street, Ullagaram, 600091
Maithree Special School
1 Hindhu Colony 1st Main Road Ullagaram, 600091
New Prince MHSS Ullagaram
No 5,Sisi Colony,Ullagaram,Chennai-91, No 5,Sisi Colony,Ullagaram, 600091
New Prince Shri Bhavani Vidyashram, Ullagaram
No. 27, Sabapathy Street, Ullagaram, Chennai, 600091
St. Thomas MAT HSS Puzhuthivakkam
No.1 Church Street, St.Thomas Nagar Puzhuthivakkam Chennai, 600091
Thanthai Periyar Govt Hr Sec School Puzhudhivakkam
5,Kalaimagal St Puzhudhivakkam, 600091
Vyasa Vid.MHSS,Puzhuthivakkam
No 28 Balaji Nagar Extension Part Ii, Puzhuthivakkam Chennai 600091, 600091
Transport
Getting around and connecting from Puzhuthivakkam.
Puzhuthivakkam Bus Stop
bus stop
Velachery MRTS Station
suburban train · Chennai MRTS
Velachery Metro Station
metro · Green Line
Bus Routes
MTC and TNSTC bus services from Puzhuthivakkam.
| Route | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 5C | Broadway | Pallikaranai |
| M5 | Broadway | Velachery |
| 51C | Thiruvanmiyur | Tambaram |
| S5 | Tambaram | Velachery |
| 119 | Broadway | Tambaram |
| 5B | Broadway | Madipakkam |
| 54A | Broadway | Pallikaranai |
| M19D | Koyambedu | Velachery |
| 5E | Parry's Corner | Medavakkam |
| 19B | Guindy | Pallikaranai |
| S51 | Tambaram | Thiruvanmiyur |
Nearby Localities
Other neighbourhoods in the same zone as Puzhuthivakkam.
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.