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Virugambakkam, Chennai

Tamil Nadu, India, 600092

4.6

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The residential suburb, Virugambakkam is situated in the Western part of Chennai famous for markets, schools and residences of film artists. This place covers 2.0 sq. ft with coordinates of 13.049557°N, 80.184928° E. Virugambakkam has total 61108 people where 31833 are male and 29275 are female. You can experience hot and humid weather all throughout the year but the monsoon time is pleasant. Tamil and English are widely spoken here.
Infrastructure and Details
Being the most important locality of Chennai, Virugambakkam is a village covered by mango orchards, paddy field, casuarina trees etc. It is surrounded by several neighbourhood localities like Saligramam (1.5km), Koyambedu (2.6km), Alwarthirunagar (2.1km) along with Tamil Nadu (298.4km). This residential area is well-connected with the heart of Chennai through roads like Arcot Road which also link other suburban areas with this village. There is also a bus route names Poonawalla-Vadapalani- Broadway and the nearby bus terminuses are Saligrammam, Chennai Moffusil Terminus and Vadapalani. All of them are at 4 km away and the CMBT Metro Rail station in 3 km away from the Village itself. Major educational institutions like schools and colleges are located in this place. For example, St. John Matriculation Higher Secondary School (1.2km), Vani Vidyalaya School (1.7km) and among colleges there are Avichi College of Arts and Science (1.2km), Meenakshi Dental Clinic (4.1km), Meenakshi Engineering college (1.6km) etc. Virugambakkam is well-known for its movie studios and schools too. Apart from being the home-place of several film actors there are some important temples like Raghavendra Temple (2.2km), Shiva Vishnu Temple (900m), Hari Hara Temple (1.2km) etc. Chandra Metro Mall, INOX, Food Bazaar, E-Zone are some of the shopping centers where people meet their shopping needs. And for medical emergency people go to Hera Hospital (300m), SBS hospital (850m) and Standard Hospital (300m) around the area. Some of the key IT parks in this place are Olympia Technology Park, DLF IT park, Commerzone, Kosmo One etc. Property in Virugambakkam From Private apartments to luxurious villas, Virugambakkam has everything in it. You can also find apartments, studio apartments, independent houses and residential plots with 1-3 BHK configurations. Many builders like Deccan Construction Company, Vinodh Foundation, Revathy Constructions have launched housing projects and schemes for the people around here.

Why is Virugambakkam, Chennai known

A rapidly growing area
Multiple housing options available
Moderately populated
Markets are very close
Provides excellent connectivity
A good investment due to rising prices
Connects to prime localities
Residence for film artists

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Education

School in Virugambakkam

Name	Distance
Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan Senior Secondary School	1.6 km
Chinmaya Vidyalaya Higher Secondary School	800 m
Balalok Matric Higher Secondary School	200 m
Velammal Vidyalaya - Mogappair West	3.5 km
SBOA School & Junior College	4.4 km

University in Virugambakkam

Name	Distance
Vani Vidyalaya Senior Secondary & Junior College	1.4 km

Healthcare

Hospital in Virugambakkam

Name	Distance
MGM Healthcare	3.7 km
Fortis Hospital Vadapalani	1.3 km
The Madras Medical Mission Hospital	3.7 km
Vijaya Hospital	1.7 km
Sundaram Medical Foundation Dr. Rangarajan Memorial Hospital	3.6 km

Commute

Railway in Virugambakkam

Name	Distance
Vadpalani Metro Station	2.1 km
Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa CMBT Metro Station	2.1 km
Arumbakkam Metro Station	2.3 km
Koyambedu Metro Station	2.3 km
Ashok Nagar Metro Station	2.7 km

Bus in Virugambakkam

Name	Distance
N.S.K. Salai Vadapalani Bus Terminus / Vadapalani	1.5 km
Vadapalani Bus Depot	1.5 km
Vadapalani Bus Stand	1.6 km
Via South Bus Stop	1.8 km
Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand	1.9 km

Food and Drinks

Restaurant in Virugambakkam

Name	Distance
Palmshore Restaurant Ramapuram	3.6 km
Palmshore Restaurant Ashok Nagar	3.1 km
Copper Kitchen Vadapalani	1.2 km
SREE AKSHAYAM	3.7 km
Saravana Bhavan	2.3 km

Shopping

Mall in Virugambakkam

Name	Distance
Chandra Metro Mall	700 m
Super Saravana Stores - Porur	3.9 km
Super Saravana Stores - T.Nagar	4.3 km
10 Square Mall	2.3 km
Santhosh Super Stores (18th Main Road, Annanagar)	4.8 km

Insights about Virugambakkam, Chennai

New developments

Roads are being constantly improved in the area to help ease the commute to and fro Virugambakkam
The film studio is being expanded
There shall be an increase in the scope of more residencies and employment for the people living around
Seeing the gaining popularity of the location, many famous builders have launched their projects here

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What is good in Virugambakkam, Chennai

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Auto cabs and buses are all easily available
Roads in some areas are excellent
Roads are uneven and eroded due to stagnant rain water
The nightlife is safe and active
Street lights are placed at decent intervals
Police patrolling is regular in most areas
Parks are built and well maintained
Most areas have regular garbage disposal systems to maintain hygiene
High air polluton and noise pollution is prevelent
The average sale price is 8
Closest workspaces are within 6 kms
Arcot Road is an important road in the area

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What can be better in Virugambakkam, Chennai

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While cabs are easily found, buses and autos can take time to find
Water logging can sometimes disturb connectivity
The roads are uneven in some areas, with bumps and potholes
Night safety is high in the are
Street lights are present almost everywhere
Police patrolling is regular in the area
Excess mosquitoes in evening need to be treated
An efficient garbage disposal can be implemented
Air quality is poor in the area
The prices are rising fast and can discourage buyers
Workspaces are very close
There is no major highway here

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Ratings and reviews

Resident reviews for

Virugambakkam, Chennai

4.6/5

Ratings based on features

4.8/5

Connectivity

4.6/5

Neighbourhood

4.8/5

Safety

4.6/5

Livability

Good things here

Well-connected location

Accessible facilities nearby

Affordable properties

Safe and tidy neighborhood

Things that need improvement

High pollution levels

Water shortage issues

Traffic congestion

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Vicky Kumar

Owner | 1 year ago

4.3

Good things here

This locality has all the facilities that you need for comfortable living. it is well connected to the roads and the infrastructure of the buildings are very good. all the facilities are provided in this locality likes schools hospitals restaurants are available nearby at the distance of few kilometres.

Autos and Cabs easily available

Wide and spacious roads

Public transport accessible

Great Schools nearby

Good restaurants

Safe in the night

Well lit streets

No crimes

Lot of green spaces

Great cleanliness

Things need improvement

Transportation facilities are lacking and the traffic jams on the main road are very frustrating especially during peak hours.

Ankit

Tenant | 2 years ago

Good things here

All great schools, hospitals,big jallad are easily accessible in our locality at walking distance and is the best thing i love

Autos and Cabs easily available

Wide and spacious roads

Metro station nearby

Public transport accessible

No water logging on roads

Great Schools nearby

Hospitals are accessible

Accessible local markets

Good restaurants

Decent residents

Safe in the night

Well lit streets

Often police patrols

No crimes

Safe for children

Lot of green spaces

Great cleanliness

Low pollution

Peaceful and not crowded

Adequate water

Low power cuts

Things need improvement

Nothing is here to dislike because the locality is well maintained and neat and clean and there are no crimes in this area

Khyati Khanna

Owner | 3 years ago

4.4

The roads are dug at several places, so the parking space has been taken away. Other than that, there is too much traffic here. If we ignore that, then the place is very good, and all facilities are easily available.

Pranjal Saxeria

Tenant | 4 years ago

4.6

Virugambakkam is a well-connected luxurious, and prime locality in Chennai. Bus stands are within walking distance. We can easily find good restaurants and schools nearby. Hospitals are within walking distance, so there are no complaints regarding healthcare facilities.

Dhruva Vyshali

Tenant | 4 years ago

4.6

In terms of connectivity, virugambakkam is a decent location. The transit options in this area are widely known. There are cabs, buses, and trains in this area, and it is also very safe thanks to efficient police management. The neighbourhood is really tidy, and the prices of these properties are quite reasonable.

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Price Trends for nearby localities around Virugambakkam, Chennai

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Avg. Property Rate

₹12.6 K / sq.ft15.59% (Y-o-Y)

Price Range

₹9.4 K - ₹17 K

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