Vadapalani
Vadapalani derives its identity from the revered Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, one of the most visited temples in Chennai. The neighbourhood sits at a key junction connecting western Chennai to the city centre, making it a high-traffic commercial corridor. The presence of Forum Vijaya Mall, the AVM Studios legacy (India's oldest surviving film studio, now closed), and thriving retail streets make Vadapalani a lively mix of devotion, commerce, and entertainment. The Chennai Metro Blue Line station at Vadapalani has further boosted the area's connectivity.
Government & Administrative Offices
Administrative and revenue offices serving Vadapalani.
Chennai Corporation
Kodambakkam (Zone 10)
Ward(s): 134, 135, 136, 137, 138
Zone 10 Office, Kodambakkam, Chennai 600024
Phone: 044-2480 3566
Kodambakkam Sub-Registrar Office
Sub-Registrar Office
Arcot Road, Kodambakkam, Chennai 600024
Phone: 044-2484 2200
Jurisdiction: Vadapalani, Kodambakkam, Ashok Nagar, K.K. Nagar, Virugambakkam
Mambalam-Guindy Taluk Office
Mambalam-Guindy Taluk
T. Nagar, Chennai 600017
Phone: 044-2434 1076
Post Offices
India Post offices serving Vadapalani.
Vadapalani SO
Sub Post Office · 600026
Vadapalani Main Road, Chennai 600026
Phone: 044-2483 0026
Vadapalani West SO
Sub Post Office · 600026
Vadapalani West, Chennai 600026
Places of Interest
Key attractions and landmarks in Vadapalani.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Vadapalani.
Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre
Porur (accessible from Vadapalani), Chennai 600116
044-4592 8500Rela MS Hospital (formerly Global Hospitals)
Mount Poonamallee Road, Vadapalani, Chennai 600026
044-4477 7000Sports & Recreation
Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Vadapalani.
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium nearby)
Raja Muthiah Salai, near Vadapalani
Event-based
EVP Film City (recreation area)
East Coast Road (outing from Vadapalani)
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Shopping
Malls, markets, and shopping destinations in Vadapalani.
Schools & Colleges
Educational institutions in and around Vadapalani.
CMS Vadapalani
No.2.,Amman Koil Street. Vadapalani Chennai -26, 600026
Guruji Sri Muralidhara Swamigal Matriculation School
No:12, 2 Nd Street, Tharanisingh Colony, Vadapalani Chennai 26, 600026
Janaki Ramachandiran Matric Higher Secondary School
No.57/112, North Mada Street, Vadapalani, Chennai, 600026
Karthikeyan Matric Hr Sec School
No-12, Arcot Road, Vadapalani,Chennai, 600026
MGR Primary Sch
5, Ellaimuthamman Koil Street, Vadapalani, Chennai, 600026
Ramalinga Mission Middle Sch
7/1,Gangappa Street,Vadapalani, 600026
Sandipani Vidyalaya
21 Arcot Road, Vadapalani, 600026
Saraswathi Vidyalaya Senior Secondary School
238, Arcot Road, Vadapalani, 600026
Shakespeare Matric School
No:66/52A, South Sivan Koil Street, Vadapalani, Chennai-600026., No, 600026
Sri Child Fruit N&P School
No 17 4th Street Kumaran Colony, Vadapalani Chennai, 600026
Trinity Matriculation School
No. 20/64, North Mada Street, Vadapalani, Chennai - 600 026, 600026
Vadapalani MAT Hr Sec Sch
25, Vengeeswarar Nagar, 1st Main Road, Vadapalani, Chennai, 600026
Transport
Getting around and connecting from Vadapalani.
Vadapalani Metro
metro · Blue Line
Vadapalani Bus Terminus
bus stop
Kodambakkam (Suburban)
suburban train · Chennai Beach–Tambaram Line
Bus Routes
MTC and TNSTC bus services from Vadapalani.
| Route | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 12B | Broadway | Vadapalani |
| 154 | Broadway | Porur |
| 47B | Broadway | Vadapalani |
| 70 | Broadway | Poonamallee |
| S70 | Tambaram | Vadapalani |
| 57C | Anna Nagar | Tambaram |
| M57 | Vadapalani | Tambaram |
| 32A | Broadway | Porur |
| 27H | Broadway | Kundrathur |
| V52 | Vadapalani | Avadi |
| 15B | Broadway | Avadi |
| 170 | Vadapalani | Kancheepuram |
Nearby Localities
Other neighbourhoods in the same zone as Vadapalani.
Anna Nagar
A well-planned residential township in west Chennai, known for the Anna Nagar Tower Park, wide roads, and excellent civic infrastructure.
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.
Ambattur
A major industrial and residential hub in west Chennai, home to the Ambattur Industrial Estate, one of Asia's largest industrial estates, and a growing IT corridor.