Kazhakoottam is a major urban area in the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala state, India.

The largest IT Park of the country in terms of developed area Technopark along with Technocity - an upcoming integrated IT township - is situated here.

Kazhakuttom was the centre of power for Kazhakuttathu Ugran Pillai who was prominent among the so-called Ettuveetil Pillamar (Pillais from Eight Houses) who rebelled against Travancore King Marthanda Varma in the late 18th century.

[citation needed] Kazhakootam is the 1st ward in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation which is administered by the Mayor.

[2] Kazhakoottam is a major junction where the National Highway 66 (India) Kazhakkoottam Bypass and the main road towards the city are joined.