Virugambakkam
Virugambakkam is a densely populated residential neighbourhood nestled between Vadapalani and Valasaravakkam along the busy Arcot Road corridor. The area has witnessed rapid urbanisation over the past two decades, with numerous apartment complexes replacing independent houses. Its central location within west Chennai offers excellent connectivity to key commercial areas like T. Nagar, Koyambedu, and the IT corridor. The presence of the Vadapalani MRTS and Metro stations nearby further enhances its appeal as a residential hub.
Government & Administrative Offices
Administrative and revenue offices serving Virugambakkam.
Chennai Corporation
Kodambakkam (Zone 10)
Ward(s): 147, 148, 149, 150
Zone 10 Office, Kodambakkam, Chennai 600024
Phone: 044-2480 1010
Kodambakkam Sub-Registrar Office
Sub-Registrar Office
Arcot Road, Kodambakkam, Chennai 600024
Phone: 044-2484 3750
Jurisdiction: Virugambakkam, Kodambakkam, Vadapalani, Saligramam, Ashok Nagar
Mambalam-Guindy Taluk Office
Mambalam-Guindy Taluk
Saidapet, Chennai 600015
Phone: 044-2433 0620
Post Offices
India Post offices serving Virugambakkam.
Virugambakkam SO
Sub Post Office · 600092
Virugambakkam Main Road, Chennai 600092
Phone: 044-2476 0092
Places of Interest
Key attractions and landmarks in Virugambakkam.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and medical services in Virugambakkam.
Sports & Recreation
Parks, sports facilities, and recreation spots in Virugambakkam.
Virugambakkam Corporation Park
Virugambakkam Main Road
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Shopping
Malls, markets, and shopping destinations in Virugambakkam.
Schools & Colleges
Educational institutions in and around Virugambakkam.
ADW Virugambakkam High School
112/36 Kali Amman Koil Street, Virugambakkam Chennai, 600092
ADW Virugambakkam Ps
112/36, Kalliamman Koil Street, Virugambakkam, 600092
Av Meiyappan MAT HSS
No. 155, 5th Street, Avm Colony, Virugambakkam, Chennai, 600092
Avm Rajeswari - The School
Plot No. 10, Avm Nagar 1st Street, Virugambakkam, Chennai, 600092
Avm Rajeswari MAT HSS
10, Avm Nagar I Street, Virugambakkam, Chennai, 600092
Balalok Matric Hr. Sec. School
17, Tharachand Nagar, 2nd Street,Virugambakkam, Chennai, 600092
Bkv N&P School
No.83, Thangal Erikari Street, Virugambakkam, 600092
C.S.I Christ Church Nursery & Primary School
61, Arcot Road,Virugampakkam, 600092
CHSS Virugambakkam
36 School Street, Virugambakkam, 600092
CPS Virugambakkam
No 32 School Street, Virugambakkam Chennai, 600092
Chinmaya Vidyalaya Sr.Sec.School ,Virugambakkam
Chinmaya Nagar Stage Ii Virugambakkam, 600092
Clarence MAT Hr Sec Sch
No 32, Vinayagam Street, Venkatesh Nagar,Virugambakkam, Chennai, 600092
Devi N&P School
No: 22, Karumari Amman Koil Street, Gandhi Nagar Main Road, 600092
ECI St. Thomas N&P School
No 116, E Arokiya Street, Elango Nagar, Virugambakkam, Chennai, 600092
Jg Govt Girls HSS Virugambakkam
No-2,Kamarajar Salai, Virugambakkam, Chennai 92, 600092
Mar Thoma Matriculation Hr. Sec. School
2/1 1st Cross Street, Sri Ayyappa Nagar, Virugambakkam, 600092
Narayana Babu Vidyalaya Nursery And Primary School
No 1 Sai Baba Colony , Virugambakkam, 600092
Padma Sarangapani Matric Hr.Se.School, Virugambakkam
15/16/17 Venkatesa Nagar, 3rd Street , Virugambakkam, 600092
Shree Kalaivani Vidhyalaya Nursery & Primary School
67,Suryagandhi Street, Brindavan Nadar, Chennai, 600092
Tagore MAT Hs
No.97 Anna Street ,Sri Ayyappa Nagar, Chinmaya Nagar Chennai, 600092
Transport
Getting around and connecting from Virugambakkam.
Virugambakkam Bus Stop (Arcot Road)
bus stop
Vadapalani Metro Station
metro · Blue Line
Vadapalani Bus Terminus
bus stop
Bus Routes
MTC and TNSTC bus services from Virugambakkam.
| Route | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| 76 | Broadway | Poonamallee |
| 27 | Broadway | Porur |
| 27B | Broadway | Porur |
| 54 | Broadway | Vadapalani |
| 76A | Broadway | Poonamallee |
| M27 | Broadway | Mangadu |
| S54 | Tambaram | Vadapalani |
| 47A | Broadway | Virugambakkam |
| 570 | Koyambedu | Kundrathur |
| 76G | Guindy | Porur |
| 54D | T. Nagar | Virugambakkam |
Nearby Localities
Other neighbourhoods in the same zone as Virugambakkam.
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.