Vadapalani is a neighbourhood in the city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It is strategically located in the western part of Chennai and is surrounded by Kodambakam, Choolaimedu towards the east, Ashok Nagar, Saligramam and KK Nagar towards the west, Mambalam towards the south and Arumbakkam, Koyambedu toward the north.
HCL Technologies and MCCI Interconnect Solutions are some of the famous IT companies located in this area. In addition, this area is famous for film studios including a-Vauhini Studios and Vikram Studios.
Connectivity
Located at the center of the city, Vadapalani is well-connected to other parts of the city via roadways and railways. The region is served by the Mofussil Bus Terminus (CMBT) which connects Vadapalani to other major areas. In addition, this locality is connected through the suburban rail network and Railway Station is the closest railway station located at a distance of 4 kilometres.The International Airport is located at a distance of 10.4 kilometres via the Grand Trunk Road. Monorail is proposed in this area to ease traffic congestion between Vadapalani and Koyambedu.
Educational Institutions
Some of the famous educational institutions in Vadapalani are MGR School, Maharishi School, Saraswathi Vidyalaya School, Adventure Education Academy, J R K Matric Hr. Sec. School, a School, Karthigeyan Matric Higher Secondary School, Karthigeyan Matric Hr. Sec. School and Novel College.
Hospitals
Famous hospitals in the area are Multi Speciality Hospital, Agathiyar Hospital, a Hospital, RK Dental Hospital, R.S. Hospital, Aakash Fertility Centre & Hospital, Sooriya Hospital and SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre.
Shopping Malls
Forum a Mall and Big Bazaar are some of the famous malls located around Vadapalani. In addition, Koyambedu market and KK Nagar market are located at a walking distance.
Real Estate in Vadapalani
Vadapalani is one of the well-developed areas of Central and offers different dwelling options ranging from multi-storey apartments to builder floors. Developers like Jain Housing, Vin Homes, Navin Housing, Foundations, Macro Marvel and Housing have launched a number of new real estate projects in Vadapalani. The locality houses several gated communities which take care of the basic needs of the inhabitants ranging from security, water and power back-up. Some of the ongoing residential projects in this locality are West Minster by Jain Housing and Vin Vaibhav by Vin Homes. The unit sizes of apartments range from 564 sq. ft. to 1,392 sq. ft.The average real estate price in Vadapalani is Rs. 8,500 per sq. ft., with the minimum and maximum price being Rs. 8,000 per sq. ft. and Rs. 9,000 per sq. ft., respectively.