Gurrampalem Branch Office — Pincode 531173
Visakhapatanam, Andhra Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 531173
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 531173
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurrampalem Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Gidijala Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Gudilova Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Rampuram Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Pinagadi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Kanamam Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Saripalli Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| V. Juttada Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Chintalapalem Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Vizianagaram |
| Gandigundam Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Mudapaka | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Desapatrunipalem Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Gorapalle Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Sowbhagya Rayapuram Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Mutcherla Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Pedagadi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Ramavaram Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
| Pendurthy Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Visakhapatanam |
🔢 How Pincode 531173 is Constructed
Every Indian PIN (Postal Index Number) code is a 6-digit number. Each digit group encodes geographic and administrative information about the delivery area.
The first digit identifies one of India's 9 postal zones. Zone 5 covers Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, MP, Chhattisgarh.
The first two digits together (53) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Andhra Pradesh begin with 53.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 531 routes mail to the sorting office serving Visakhapatanam in Andhra Pradesh.
Route 17 identifies the specific delivery area within Visakhapatanam.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 3 designates Gurrampalem Branch Office in Visakhapatanam.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Gurrampalem Branch Office?
The pincode for Gurrampalem Branch Office is 531173. It is a BO located in Visakhapatanam, Andhra Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 531173?
There are 18 post offices operating under pincode 531173 in Visakhapatanam, Andhra Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 531173?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 531173 through Gurrampalem Branch Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 531173 belong to?
Pincode 531173 is located in Visakhapatanam district in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It falls under the Andhra Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 531173 in?
Pincode 531173 falls in Zone 5 — Southern & Central India. The sub-zone prefix 53 corresponds to Andhra Pradesh.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 531173 is served by a BO.
The primary administrative hub for a postal division, overseeing all sub-offices and branch offices in its area.
The chief post office of a major city or state, handling the largest mail volume and often housing the Postmaster General.
Operates under an HPO, providing all standard postal services in urban and semi-urban areas.
The smallest tier, typically in rural areas. India has over 130,000 branch offices — the largest postal network in the world.