Porur is a residential neighbourhood located in the western part of Chennai, India. It forms part of the Maduravoyal taluk within the Chennai district, situated approximately 17 kilometres by road from the city center.
The area serves as a significant hub for commercial and industrial activities alongside its residential functions. Its economic growth is primarily driven by its geographic position at the junction of the Mount-Poonamallee and Kundrathur roads, which serve as major gateways to Chennai city.