Okkal So — Pincode 683550
Ernakulam, Kerala
📍 Location Map — Pincode 683550
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 683550
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Okkal So | PO | ✓ Yes | Ernakulam |
🔢 How Pincode 683550 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 6 covers Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Puducherry.
The first two digits together (68) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Kerala begin with 68.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 683 routes mail to the sorting office serving Ernakulam in Kerala.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 55 identifies the specific delivery area within Ernakulam.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 0 designates Okkal So in Ernakulam.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Okkal So?
The pincode for Okkal So is 683550. It is a PO located in Ernakulam, Kerala.
How many post offices are in pincode 683550?
There is 1 post office operating under pincode 683550 in Ernakulam, Kerala.
Is delivery available at pincode 683550?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 683550 through Okkal So and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 683550 belong to?
Pincode 683550 is located in Ernakulam district in the state of Kerala. It falls under the Kerala postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 683550 in?
Pincode 683550 falls in Zone 6 — Southern India. The sub-zone prefix 68 corresponds to Kerala.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 683550 is served by a PO.
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.