Cholathadom Branch Office — Pincode 686582
Kottayam, Kerala
📍 Location Map — Pincode 686582
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 686582
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholathadom Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
| Kunnonni Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
| Pathampuzha Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
| Adivaram Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
| Kaipally Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
| Peringalam Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
| Poonjar Thekkekara Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Kottayam |
🔢 How Pincode 686582 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 58 identifies the specific delivery area within Kottayam.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 2 designates Cholathadom Branch Office in Kottayam.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Cholathadom Branch Office?
The pincode for Cholathadom Branch Office is 686582. It is a BO located in Kottayam, Kerala.
How many post offices are in pincode 686582?
There are 7 post offices operating under pincode 686582 in Kottayam, Kerala.
Is delivery available at pincode 686582?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 686582 through Cholathadom Branch Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 686582 belong to?
Pincode 686582 is located in Kottayam district in the state of Kerala. It falls under the Kerala postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 686582 in?
Pincode 686582 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 686582 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.