Kaloor Branch Office — Pincode 686668
Ernakulam, Kerala
📍 Location Map — Pincode 686668
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 686668
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaloor Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Ernakulam |
| Kavakkad Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Ernakulam |
| Ayavana Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Ernakulam |
| Thazhvankunnam Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Ernakulam |
| Kalloorkkad Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Ernakulam |
| Nagapuzha Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Ernakulam |
🔢 How Pincode 686668 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 Ernakulam in Kerala.
Route 66 identifies the specific delivery area within Ernakulam.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 8 designates Kaloor Branch Office in Ernakulam.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Kaloor Branch Office?
The pincode for Kaloor Branch Office is 686668. It is a BO located in Ernakulam, Kerala.
How many post offices are in pincode 686668?
There are 6 post offices operating under pincode 686668 in Ernakulam, Kerala.
Is delivery available at pincode 686668?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 686668 through Kaloor Branch Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 686668 belong to?
Pincode 686668 is located in Ernakulam district in the state of Kerala. It falls under the Kerala postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 686668 in?
Pincode 686668 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 686668 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.