Happy TravellerWelcome to Alandur, a bustling urban node located in the Guindy division of Chennai district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. This vibrant city is surrounded by Guindy in the North and East, Adambakkam in the South, Pazhavanthangal in the South-West and St. Thomas Mount in the North-West. As of 2011, Alandur had a population of 164,430, a number that is predicted to increase to 300,000 by 2030. Alandur is home to the St. Thomas Mount Cantontment, the Officers Training Academy of the Indian army, and is neighbored by the towns of Guindy and Adambakkam.
Alandur has an average elevation of 12 meters (39 feet) and is located at 13.03°N 80.21°E / 13.03; 80.21. Despite being a rapidly growing metropolis, Alandur manages to maintain a rich cultural heritage. M. G. Ramachandran, a former chief minister of Tamil Nadu, began his political career by winning his first legislative election from Alandur in 1967. Alandur also boasts famous landmarks of Chennai, namely the Nehru Statue and the Kathipara Junction.
According to the 2011 census, Alandur had a population of 164,430, with a sex-ratio of 997 females for every 1,000 males, which is much higher than the national average of 929. The town had an impressive average literacy rate of 85.23%, compared to the national average of 72.99%. The population of Alandur is predominantly Hindu, with Muslims and Christians also being present in significant numbers.
Alandur is home to several schools and educational institutions, including St. Peters Matriculation Higher Secondary School, The PSBB Millennium School, and Mont Fort High School, among others. The town also boasts several temples, churches, and mosques. Alandur’s economy is supported by its 200-year-old MGR Market, which was donated to local marketeers by M. G. Ramachandran, and round-the-clock bus facilities. Kathipara Junction is also located in Alandur and is a major transportation hub, connecting the town to many other areas of Chennai, as well as other parts of the state and country. The nearest railway station is St. Thomas Mount railway station.
Alandur (State Assembly Constituency) is part of Sriperumbudur (Lok Sabha constituency). With its rich history, culture, and rapid growth, Alandur is a fascinating destination that should be on every traveler’s bucket list.
