North Chennai · 600019 · Fort-Tondiarpet Taluk

Tiruvottiyur

Tiruvottiyur, one of Chennai's oldest and most culturally significant neighbourhoods, derives its name from "Tiruvottriyur" — a reference to the ancient Thyagarajaswamy Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The area has a strong industrial presence with the Ennore thermal power station and the North Chennai Thermal Power Station nearby. Tiruvottiyur was historically an independent municipality before being merged into the Greater Chennai Corporation, and it retains a distinct identity with its temple festivals, fishing communities along the coast, and well-established residential colonies.

Government & Administrative Offices

Administrative and revenue offices serving Tiruvottiyur.

Chennai Corporation

Tiruvottiyur (Zone 1)

Ward(s): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Zone 1 Office, Tiruvottiyur, Chennai 600019

Phone: 044-2573 0510

Tiruvottiyur Sub-Registrar Office

Sub-Registrar Office

T.H. Road, Tiruvottiyur, Chennai 600019

Phone: 044-2573 2860

Jurisdiction: Tiruvottiyur, Wimco Nagar, Kathivakkam, Ennore

Fort-Tondiarpet Taluk Office

Fort-Tondiarpet Taluk

Fort St. George, Chennai 600009

Phone: 044-2567 0845

Post Offices

India Post offices serving Tiruvottiyur.

Tiruvottiyur Head Post Office

Head Post Office · 600019

T.H. Road, Tiruvottiyur, Chennai 600019

Phone: 044-2573 2042

Tiruvottiyur Theradi Post Office

Sub Post Office · 600019

Tiruvottiyur Theradi, Chennai 600019

Kaladipet Post Office

Branch Post Office · 600019

Kaladipet, Tiruvottiyur, Chennai 600019

Wimco Nagar Post Office

Sub Post Office · 600049

Wimco Nagar, Chennai 600049

Places of Interest

Key attractions and landmarks in Tiruvottiyur.

Historic Landmark

Sri Thyagarajaswamy Temple

An ancient Shiva temple believed to be over 1,000 years old, one of the seven Saptavidanga Sthalas where Lord Shiva is worshipped as Thyagaraja in a unique dancing form.

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Historic Landmark

Sri Vadivudaiamman Temple

A prominent Amman temple in Tiruvottiyur, dedicated to the consort of Lord Thyagaraja, known for its annual festival celebrations.

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Healthcare

Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Tiruvottiyur.

Hospital

Government Stanley Medical College and Hospital

Old Jail Road, Royapuram (nearby)

044-2528 1073

Hospital

Sir Ivan Stedeford Hospital

T.H. Road, Ambattur (serving Tiruvottiyur)

044-2625 1081

Pharmacy

Kanaga Pharmacy

T.H. Road, Tiruvottiyur, Chennai 600019

044-2573 1650

Sports & Recreation

Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Tiruvottiyur.

Park

Tiruvottiyur Municipal Park

Tiruvottiyur, Chennai 600019

5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Playground

Tiruvottiyur Corporation Playground

T.H. Road, Tiruvottiyur, Chennai 600019

5:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Shopping

Malls, markets, and shopping destinations in Tiruvottiyur.

Market

Tiruvottiyur Market

A bustling local market serving the Tiruvottiyur area with fresh vegetables, fruits, groceries, and household items.

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College · Est. 1971

Vyasarpadi (nearby)

Transport

Getting around and connecting from Tiruvottiyur.

Tiruvottiyur Railway Station

suburban train · Chennai Beach–Gummidipoondi

Tiruvottiyur Theradi Bus Terminus

bus stop

Wimco Nagar Metro Station

metro · Blue Line (Extension)

Bus Routes

MTC and TNSTC bus services from Tiruvottiyur.

Route	From	To	Via	Frequency
56	Broadway	Tiruvottiyur	—	Every 10 min
56A	Broadway	Wimco Nagar	Tiruvottiyur	Every 12 min
56B	Broadway	Ennore	Tiruvottiyur	Every 15 min
60	Broadway	Tiruvottiyur	Tondiarpet, Royapuram	Every 10 min
60A	Broadway	Kathivakkam	Tiruvottiyur	Every 15 min
160	T. Nagar	Tiruvottiyur	Egmore, Central	Every 20 min
43	Koyambedu	Tiruvottiyur	Anna Nagar, Perambur	Every 15 min
44	T. Nagar	Tiruvottiyur	Egmore	Every 15 min
M56	Broadway	Tiruvottiyur Theradi	—	Every 12 min
56D	Broadway	Tiruvottiyur	Royapuram	Every 15 min
158	Koyambedu	Tiruvottiyur	Villivakkam	Every 20 min