Pakkil Sub Office — Pincode 686012
Kottayam, Kerala
📍 Location Map — Pincode 686012
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 686012
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakkil Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
| Moolavattom Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
| Poovanthuruthu Gdsbo | BO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
🔢 How Pincode 686012 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 686 routes mail to the sorting office serving Kottayam in Kerala.
Route 01 identifies the specific delivery area within Kottayam.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 2 designates Pakkil Sub Office in Kottayam.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Pakkil Sub Office?
The pincode for Pakkil Sub Office is 686012. It is a PO located in Kottayam, Kerala.
How many post offices are in pincode 686012?
There are 3 post offices operating under pincode 686012 in Kottayam, Kerala.
Is delivery available at pincode 686012?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 686012 through Pakkil Sub Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 686012 belong to?
Pincode 686012 is located in Kottayam district in the state of Kerala. It falls under the Kerala postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 686012 in?
Pincode 686012 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 686012 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.