Chakli Circle — the iconic and centrally positioned roundabout on Race Course Road in western Vadodara — is one of the Baroda city’s most recognised, most commercially vibrant, and most walked junctions, rated a near-perfect Walk Score of 98 out of 100 — confirming its status as a “Walker’s Paradise” where all daily errands can be accomplished on foot. Located at Survey No. 86, Race Course Road, in PIN 390007, Chakli Circle sits in the heart of Vadodara’s prestigious Race Course–Sayajigunj–Karelibaug residential and commercial corridor — named after the Race Course area, which was historically home to one of western India’s only horse racing venues during the era of the Gaekwad Maharajas of Baroda. The circle is a critical navigational anchor on the city’s most important east–west transit spine — with VTCS Smart City Bus routes and private buses on the Vasna Road–Tandalja–Rajiv Road–Chakli Circle–Genda Circle–Amitnagar–Sama Talav corridor passing directly through the junction. Adjacent landmarks include Golden Icon (a commercial complex), Kamal Park, Sardar Baug, and the broader Race Course–Akota commercial belt. Vadodara Junction Railway Station is approximately 3 to 4 kilometres from Chakli Circle — accessed in 10 to 15 minutes by auto-rickshaw.
Chakli Circle, Vadodara, Gujarat Location
- Address: Chakli Circle, Survey No. 86, Race Course Road, Vadodara, Gujarat — 390007
- Pin Code: 390007
- STD Code: 0265
- Administrative Zone: Akota Assembly Constituency — Vadodara District, Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC)
| Reference Point | Distance |
| Golden Icon Commercial Complex | Adjacent |
| Kamal Park | Adjacent |
| Sardar Baug | Adjacent |
| Genda Circle (Vadodara) | 500 metres eastward |
| Havmor Ice Cream (Alkapuri) | 300 metres westward |
| Vadodara Junction Railway Station | 3.5 kilometres |
| Vishvamitri Railway Station (VS) | 3 kilometres |
| Vadodara Central Bus Terminal (GSRTC) | 3 kilometres |
| Akota | 1 kilometre |
| Alkapuri | 1 kilometre |
| Sayajigunj | 2 kilometres |
| Vadodara Airport | 7 kilometres |
Directions to Chakli Circle
From Vadodara Junction Railway Station
Take VTCS city bus or auto-rickshaw westward via Sayajigunj → continue along Race Course Road → approximately 3.5 kilometres — 10 to 15 minutes.
From Vadodara Central Bus Terminal (GSRTC)
Take auto-rickshaw or VTCS bus westward → approximately 3 kilometres — 8 to 12 minutes.
From Vadodara Airport
Take cab westward → approximately 7 kilometres — 15 to 20 minutes via Harni Road or Race Course Road.
From Alkapuri
Take Race Course Road eastward → approximately 1 kilometre → Chakli Circle. 3 to 5 minutes.
From Akota
Take Akota Road northward → connect to Race Course Road → approximately 1 kilometre → Chakli Circle. 5 to 8 minutes.
Road Connectivity
| Road | Direction | Connectivity |
| Race Course Road | East–West primary | Alkapuri, Sayajigunj (east) — Akota, Manisha Cross Road (west) |
| Manisha Cross Road | West toward Tandalja | Tandalja, Vasna Road, Rajiv Road |
| Genda Circle Road | East toward Genda Circle | Genda Circle, Amitnagar Char Rasta, Sama Talav |
| Fatehgunj Road | North via Genda Circle | Fatehgunj, Nizampura, Chhani zone |
| Akota Road | South | Akota Stadium, Akota residential zone |
| Alkapuri Road | East toward Sayajigunj | Alkapuri, Sayajigunj, Vadodara Junction |
VTCS Smart City Bus and Transit Connectivity
| Route / Service | Service Details |
| VTCS Smart City Bus — Vasna Road Corridor | Vasna Road → Tandalja → Rajiv Road → Manisha Cross Road → Havmor → Chakli Circle → Genda Circle → Amitnagar Char Rasta → Sama Talav — daily service |
| VTCS Smart City Bus — Genda Circle–Chakli Circle Cross | Multiple VTCS routes using Chakli Circle as a transit reference on the Race Course Road–Genda Circle corridor |
| GSRTC City Service | GSRTC intercity services — Vadodara Central Bus Terminal — accessible via Sayajigunj from Chakli Circle |
| Private City Minibuses | Baroda private city bus operators on Race Course Road corridor |
| Auto-Rickshaw | Available throughout the day — Walk Score 98 confirms excellent walkability and auto availability |
| App-Based Cab | Ola, Uber active — Akota–Alkapuri–Chakli Circle zone |
Railway Connectivity
| Station | Distance | Line | Notes |
| Vishvamitri Railway Station (VS) | 3 km | Western Railway | Nearest suburban station — some express trains stop |
| Vadodara Junction Railway Station (BRC) | 3.5 km | Western Railway — main junction | Main Vadodara terminus — all major trains |
Metro Connectivity
Vadodara Metro is planned as a two-corridor urban transit system, designed to connect key residential, commercial, and institutional zones across the city. Once operational, Vadodara will become the third city in Gujarat after Ahmedabad and Surat to have Metro connectivity. The Race Course–Alkapuri–Chakli Circle belt is among Vadodara’s most important commercial corridors and is expected to benefit from planned Metro alignments. Until operations commence, VTCS Smart City Bus and auto-rickshaws remain the primary transit options at Chakli Circle.
Nearby Areas and Landmarks
| Landmark / Area | Distance | Description |
| Golden Icon | Adjacent | Multi-use commercial complex — office, retail, and services at Chakli Circle |
| Kamal Park | Adjacent | Public recreational park directly adjacent to the circle |
| Sardar Baug | Adjacent | Historic baug (garden) — heritage green space near Chakli Circle |
| Genda Circle | 500 metres | Secondary Vadodara landmark circle — eastward on Race Course Road |
| Havmor Ice Cream — Alkapuri | 300 metres westward | Legendary Baroda dessert brand — prominent local landmark |
| Alkapuri | 1 km | Vadodara’s most prestigious residential and commercial neighbourhood |
| Akota Stadium | 1.5 km | International cricket stadium |
| Sayaji Baug (Kamati Baug) | 2.5 km | Vadodara’s iconic heritage zoo and garden — 100+ acres |
| Lakshmi Vilas Palace | 3 km | Maharaja Gaekwad’s grand palace — UNESCO-listed heritage monument |
| Maharaja Sayajirao University (MSU) | 2.5 km | Gujarat’s most prestigious state university |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Where is Chakli Circle located in Vadodara?
Chakli Circle is on Race Course Road, Survey No. 86, Vadodara — PIN 390007 — in the Race Course–Alkapuri zone, rated a Walk Score of 98/100 — one of Vadodara’s most walkable and commercially active junctions.
Q2. How far is Vadodara Junction Railway Station from Chakli Circle?
Approximately 3.5 kilometres eastward via Race Course Road and Sayajigunj — a 10 to 15-minute auto-rickshaw ride.
Q3. Which bus routes serve Chakli Circle in Vadodara?
VTCS Smart City Bus routes on the Vasna Road–Tandalja–Chakli Circle–Genda Circle–Sama Talav corridor serve the circle. Private city minibuses and GSRTC services are also accessible in the zone.
Q4. Is there Metro connectivity at Chakli Circle, Vadodara?
Vadodara Metro is planned but not yet operational. The Race Course–Alkapuri corridor is expected to benefit from planned Metro alignments once construction and operations commence.
Q5. What is near Chakli Circle in Vadodara?
Golden Icon commercial complex, Kamal Park, Sardar Baug, Havmor (300 metres west), Genda Circle (500 metres east), Alkapuri (1 km), and Akota Stadium (1.5 km) are all within easy reach of Chakli Circle.
