About Porur

Porur is a vibrant residential colony located in the southwestern part of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Porur PIN code is 600116. Situated about 16 kilometres from Chennai's city centre, Porur is well-connected to key areas like Kattupakkam, Puliambedu, and Mugalivakkam. The area is known for its manufacturing and chemical plants, which play a key role in boosting the local economy and providing jobs.

With the ongoing Metro construction, the area is set for significant growth, and property values are expected to rise once the project and other developments are completed. Residents enjoy access to modern amenities while maintaining a sense of community.

Porur Infrastructure

Physical Infrastructure of Porur

Porur has excellent connectivity to the city via Maduravoyal Road and the MGR Flyover, making daily commuting smooth and convenient.

Road Connectivity

The Porur map showcases an extensive road network, with the

Trunk Road
Mount Poonamallee Road
Arcot Road
Kundrathur Main Road

Public Transport

Porur currently has good bus connectivity, and once the ongoing Metro project is completed, commuting to other areas will become even easier. The Vadaplani metro station (7km) is closer to this area. The nearest Bus station to Porur is:

Vadapalani Metro Station, Green Line, 7 km
Karapakkam Bus Stop
Porur Bus Stop
Jai Garden Bus Stop
Porur Shakthi Nagar Bus Stop
Mugalivakkam Bus Stop

Proximity to Airport and Railway Station

St. Thomas Mount Railway Station is only 7 km from the area, and residents also enjoy convenient access to other nearby railway stations and airports.

St. Thomas Mount Railway Station, 9.6 km
Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R Central Railway Station, 16 km
Chennai International Airport 11.7 km

Social and Retail Infrastructure of Porur

Schools and Colleges in Porur

The area hosts top schools and colleges, such as Velammal Vidyalaya Karambakkam and SRI Ramachandra Medical College, along with several other well-known educational institutions:

Alpha School CBSE
SV High School
Aadhithya International Public Schools
Dr. M.G.R. Educational And Research Institute
SRI Ramachandra Medical College Chennai
SRM College, Ramapuram

Hospitals and Medical Facilities in Porur

Healthcare services are readily accessible in the area, with facilities like SSri Ramachandra Hospital and others, including:

Vignesh Hospital
CNH Speciality Clinics
KEDAR HOSPITAL
Rakshith Hospital
ANN Hospital
St. Joseph Hospital

Shopping Outlets in Porur

Porur offers plenty of shopping options, giving shop lovers a wide variety of outlets to explore:

Nexus Vijaya Mall
Super Saravana Stores
Chandra Metro Mall

Sub localities of Porur

Here are some of the notable sub-localities and areas within a 10-12 km radius of Porur:

Kattupakkam
Puliambedu
Mugalivakkam
Virugambakkam
Kolapakkam

Top Employment Hubs in Porur

Porur’s strategic location close to major workplaces such as DLF Cybercity Chennai and L&T Convention Centre offers professionals a convenient and time-efficient daily commute. Here are some of the top employment hubs in or near Porur:

Tranzindia Corporate Network Pvt Ltd - 1 km
Greenways Business Park - 7km
Olympia Technology Park - 7 km
DLF IT Park - 3.4km
India Land Tech Park - 8.2km
Ambit IT Park - 9 km
Prince Info Park - 8.8km

Popular Landmarks near Porur

Popular landmarks in Porur, Chennai include:

Super Saravana Stores
Ponni Amman Temple
GK Cinemas 4K
AB's - Absolute Barbecues
Zudio - Sai Nagar
Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Wetland Eco Park
Sri Ramachandra Hospital

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