Thumba is a coastal locality with a special place in India's history: the country's space programme began here when the Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station sent up its first rocket in 1963. That legacy lives on in the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, whose campus occupies a large part of the area, and in the ISRO Space Museum housed in the old St. Mary Magdalene Church. St. Xavier's College adds a student community, and fishing villages line the shore. Renters here include VSSC staff and contract workers, students and Technopark employees looking beyond Kazhakoottam.
Why choose a PG in Thumba?
- Live close to VSSC and avoid a long daily commute through the city.
- St. Xavier's College students can stay within easy reach of campus.
- Technopark and Kulathoor are a short ride, making Thumba an option for IT staff who want a quieter base.
- The coast gives it a more relaxed feel than the inland suburbs.
Places near Thumba
- Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC)
- St. Xavier's College, Thumba
- ISRO Space Museum (St. Mary Magdalene Church)
PG rent in Thumba
Expect to pay around ₹5,000–₹9,000 a month for a bed in Thumba, with meals included at most places. A bed in a three- or four-sharing room is the cheapest option; private and AC rooms are priced higher. Treat these as rough figures and check the latest rent and deposit directly with the PG.
Getting around from Thumba
Thumba is a short ride from the NH 66 bypass at Kulathoor, from where Technopark, Akkulam and the airport are a short ride. City buses link Thumba with the city centre, and Kochuveli (now Thiruvananthapuram North) railway station is not far.
Tips for finding a PG in Thumba
PG choices in Thumba are more limited than in Kazhakoottam or Kulathoor, so widen your search to those areas if you cannot find a bed. VSSC is a high-security campus you cannot cut through, so check the actual road route from your PG to your gate.
Nearby areas to compare
Not finding the right room? Also look at PGs in Kulathoor, PGs in Kazhakoottam, PGs in Akkulam.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a PG near VSSC cost?
A bed with food in and around Thumba usually costs ₹5,000–₹9,000 a month, depending on the room type and how close you are to the bypass.
Is Thumba a good place to stay for VSSC employees and trainees?
Yes, it keeps your commute very short. If options are scarce, Kulathoor next door is a convenient alternative.
Are there PGs near St. Xavier's College, Thumba?
Yes, there are rooms and PGs within reach of the college, with more choice in Kulathoor and around the bypass.