Putlur (Tiruvallur district)

Putlur is a suburb in Tiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India, located in the northwestern part of the Chennai Metropolitan Area. Putlur is also governed for development purpose by the body of Chennai Metropolitan Area.

Etymology

The name "Putlur" comes from the Tamil term putru meaning "snake hole". Goddess Parvati is believed to have taken the unprepossessing form of a large anthill in this village, where a temple was later built. The village was eventually called "Putlur" meaning "the town of anthill".

Landmarks

The suburb is known for the Goddess Angala Parameswari temple. According to the legend, the presiding deity is made of sand, which appears like a pregnant woman lying on the ground.

Transportation

Putlur is served by Putlur railway station in the West line of the Chennai Suburban Railway Network.