Office Details — Kothapeta PTP
Kothapeta PTP Pin Code is 533450.Kothapeta PTP is located in district East Godavari, ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA.
Kothapeta PTP — PIN Code 533450
The PIN code for Kothapeta PTP is 533450. This is a S.O located in Pithapuram Taluk, East Godavari district, ANDHRA PRADESH, India. It operates under the Kakinada Postal Division, within the Visakhapatnam Region of the
Andhra PradeshPostal Circle
For all mail addressed to Kothapeta PTP, the correct 6-digit code to use is 533450 — on courier forms, bank applications, GST registration, Aadhaar update requests, and any official document that asks for a postal code. This is the code India Post uses internally to route letters and parcels to this office's delivery area. Using a nearby locality's code, even one that shares the same first five digits, can reroute your mail to a different delivery point entirely.
Where Kothapeta PTP Sits in the Postal Chain
Every post office in India connects upward through a chain of administrative offices — and knowing this chain matters when a delivery goes wrong, when you need to escalate a complaint, or when you're looking for a service that the local office doesn't offer directly.
Kothapeta PTP (S.O) is the delivery point for residents and businesses in this part of Pithapuram Taluk. Mail addressed to 533450 arrives here and is distributed to the surrounding addresses.
Moving up the chain: Kothapeta PTP reports to NA — the Sub-Office that manages a cluster of Branch Offices in this area, including Kothapeta PTP. NA handles services that aren't available at the Branch Office level and is the first escalation point for delivery complaints specific to this locality.
Above NA is Samalkot H.O— the Head Post Office for this part of East Godavari. Samalkot H.Ois where district-level postal accounting, treasury functions, and unresolved consumer grievances are handled. If a parcel is showing as in transit within the Kakinada Division but hasn't arrived, Samalkot H.Ois the right office to contact.
Above the Head Office sits the Kakinada Postal Division, which is part of the Visakhapatnam Region , under the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle headquartered in ANDHRA PRADESH. The Chief Postmaster General (CPMG) of the Andhra PradeshCircle oversees all postal operations across the state.
In plain terms: if you have a delivery problem at Kothapeta PTP, the escalation path is — Kothapeta PTP → NA → Samalkot H.O→ Kakinada Division office.
Delivery Status — What It Means for 533450
Kothapeta PTP is a {Delivery_Status} office. If Delivery Status = Delivery: This means Kothapeta PTP runs its own postman route. Letters, Speed Post articles, registered parcels, and e-commerce deliveries addressed to 533450 are brought to this office and dispatched from here to the individual doorsteps within its jurisdiction. When a tracking update says "out for delivery," the postman is working out of Kothapeta PTP.
If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery: This means Kothapeta PTP accepts mail for booking and handles administrative services, but does not run a doorstep delivery route. Inbound mail addressed to 533450 is passed to NA or another nearby delivery office for the final leg. If you're waiting for a parcel and tracking shows it has reached the Kakinada Division but not been delivered, contact NA — that is the office handling delivery for this area.
Understanding PIN Code 533450
The code 533450 is not a random number. Each digit carries a specific routing instruction that the India Post sorting system reads automatically.
Breaking down 533450: The first digit — {D1}
— places this post office in Postal Zone {D1} of India's national postal network. This zone covers {Zone_States}, and every PIN code beginning with {D1} belongs to this geographic region.
The second digit — {D2}— together with the first digit, identifies the specific postal circle. The combination {D1}{D2} is the identifier for the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle, which covers ANDHRA PRADESH. If you see a PIN code starting with {D1}{D2}, it belongs to ANDHRA PRADESH.
The third digit — {D3} — is the sorting district code. When mail arrives at the ANDHRA PRADESH sorting hub, this digit routes it directly to the East Godavari area. The three-digit combination {D1}{D2}{D3} identifies the
Kakinada sorting district The final three digits — {D4}{D5}{D6} — identify Kothapeta PTP specifically as the delivery post office. These are what separate this office from every other post office in East Godavari. Two offices in the same district share the same first three digits but differ in the last three. Getting the last three digits wrong is the most common addressing mistake — and it's the one that causes actual misdelivery.
So 533450 reads as: Zone {D1} → Andhra PradeshCircle → Kakinada sorting hub → Kothapeta PTP delivery office.
Where to Use PIN Code 533450
The code 533450 is the valid postal identifier for Kothapeta PTP's service area. Here is where you will be asked for it and why accuracy matters each time:
E-commerce orders (Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, and others) When placing an order online, entering 533450 is how the platform checks whether your locality is serviceable, which courier partner handles deliveries there, and what the estimated delivery date is. Some platforms also use it to determine which fulfilment centre your order ships from. A wrong code can show your area as unserviceable or route the order to a different delivery zone.
Bank account opening and address KYC Banks and fintech platforms cross-check the PIN code you provide against postal records. If the code does not match India Post's records for your locality, the KYC check flags a mismatch and can stall the application. 533450 is the correct code for addresses in the Kothapeta PTP service area.
GST registration The business address on a GST application must use a valid PIN code that matches postal records. For any business operating in the area served by Kothapeta PTP, 533450 is the code to use on the registration form and on all GST invoices. An incorrect code can trigger a mismatch during return reconciliation.
Aadhaar address update If you are updating your Aadhaar address to a location served by Kothapeta PTP, use 533450 as the postal code on the update form. The UIDAI system validates this against India Post's official records.
Court filings, legal documents, and affidavits Address fields in legal documentation — affidavits, court filings, notarised documents, property registrations — require a verified PIN code. 533450 is the valid code for Kothapeta PTP's jurisdiction and is accepted across all state and central government systems.
Services at Kothapeta PTP
The range of services at any post office depends on its classification. As a S.O, here is what Kothapeta PTP typically handles and what you may need to access at NA or Samalkot H.Ofor:
Available at Kothapeta PTP:Acceptance and delivery of ordinary letters, registered post, Speed Post, and parcels. Money order issuance and payment. Basic savings account transactions. India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) services including Aadhaar-enabled payments and domestic money transfers — increasingly delivered at doorstep level by Grameen Dak Sevak (GDS) staff. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and other DBT-linked scheme facilitation. Pension disbursements. Sale of postage stamps (definitive and standard commemorative issues). Recurring deposit transactions.
For these, visit NA or Samalkot H.O: Public Provident Fund (PPF) account opening and management. National Savings Certificate (NSC) and Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) investment accounts. Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS). Postal Life Insurance (PLI) and Rural Postal Life Insurance (RPLI) policies. Aadhaar enrolment and biometric update services. Passport application and collection (if a POPSK is active). International mail and parcel bookings. Post box and post bag rental facilities.
How to Reach NA and Samalkot H.O
If a service you need is not available at Kothapeta PTP, here is where to go next:
NA is the managing Sub-Office for Kothapeta PTP. It offers the full range of postal and savings services and is the first point of contact for delivery complaints and account-related queries specific to the Kothapeta PTP area.
Samalkot H.O — the East Godavari Head Post Office — is the district-level hub for escalations, complex account matters, Speed Post processing, and any service not available at Sub-Office level.
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FAQs — Kothapeta PTP
What is the PIN code of Kothapeta PTP?
The PIN code of Kothapeta PTP is 533450. This is a S.O located in Pithapuram Taluk, East Godavari district, ANDHRA PRADESH, India. It falls under the Kakinada Postal Division of the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle. Use this 6-digit code on all courier forms, bank applications, government documents, and online delivery address fields.
What type of post office is Kothapeta PTP?
Kothapeta PTP is classified as a S.O. In the India Post hierarchy, this determines which services are available directly at this office and which require a visit to the managing Sub-Office (NA) or Head Post Office (Samalkot H.O). Full investment scheme services like PPF and NSC are generally available only at Sub-Office and Head Office level.
Is Kothapeta PTP a delivery post office?
Kothapeta PTP has a {Delivery_Status} status. If it is a delivery office, it handles the last-mile drop-off of letters, registered articles, Speed Post, and parcels to addresses within its jurisdiction. If it is a non-delivery office, inbound mail for this area is handled by NA for actual doorstep delivery.
Which Sub-Office manages Kothapeta PTP?
Kothapeta PTP falls under NA as its managing Sub-Office. For services not directly available at Kothapeta PTP — such as investment account openings, Aadhaar updates, or complaint escalations — NA is your next point of contact.
Which Head Post Office is Kothapeta PTP linked to?
The parent Head Post Office for Kothapeta PTP is Samalkot H.O. This is the district-level administrative office overseeing all postal operations in this part of East Godavari. For unresolved delivery complaints or high-value consignment queries, escalate to Samalkot H.Oafter first contacting NA.
Which district and state does Kothapeta PTP belong to?
Kothapeta PTP is located in East Godavari district, ANDHRA PRADESH, India. It falls under the Pithapuram Taluk within that district, and is part of the Kakinada Postal Division under the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle.
What taluk does Kothapeta PTP come under?
Kothapeta PTP is in Pithapuram Taluk, East Godavari district. The taluk is the administrative block that groups this post office with surrounding villages and localities for both postal and revenue administration purposes.
Which postal circle and region does Kothapeta PTP belong to?
Kothapeta PTP is part of the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle, under the Visakhapatnam Postal Region, in the Kakinada Postal Division. The Andhra PradeshCircle is headquartered in the state capital and is headed by the Chief Postmaster General (CPMG). If you ever need to contact postal administration above the Head Office level, the Visakhapatnam Region office is the next escalation point.
Can I open a PPF or NSC account at Kothapeta PTP?
As a S.O, Kothapeta PTP may not offer the full suite of investment scheme accounts at the counter level. For PPF, NSC, Kisan Vikas Patra, and Senior Citizen Savings Scheme, visit NA or Samalkot H.Odirectly, where a full-service savings counter is available. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and basic recurring deposits can often be facilitated at the Branch Office level.
Is India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) available at Kothapeta PTP?
IPPB services are being expanded across all post offices in ANDHRA PRADESH. At Branch Office level, IPPB transactions — including Aadhaar-based withdrawals, deposits, and domestic money transfers — are often handled by the Grameen Dak Sevak (GDS) staff, who carry mobile banking devices for doorstep service in rural areas. Contact NA to confirm current IPPB availability at Kothapeta PTP.
How do I track a Speed Post sent to PIN code 533450?
Use the 13-digit tracking number printed on your booking receipt and enter it at the India Post tracking portal (indiapost.gov.in). Once the article reaches the Kakinada Division sorting hub, it will be assigned to Kothapeta PTP for final delivery. If tracking shows the article has arrived at the division but hasn't been delivered within the expected window, contact NA with the tracking number.
How do I complain about a delayed or missing article at Kothapeta PTP?
Note the tracking number from your booking receipt and check the current status on the India Post portal. If the article is showing delayed at the Kakinada Division level, contact NA first — they manage delivery operations for this area. If unresolved, escalate to Samalkot H.O, which handles consumer grievances for the district. You can also file a complaint online through the India Post consumer grievance portal using your tracking reference.
Can I receive international parcels at Kothapeta PTP?
International parcels addressed to 533450 are processed at the nearest Foreign Post Office (FPO) and then routed through the Kakinada Division to Kothapeta PTP for local delivery. For outbound international mail — booking registered letters or parcels to addresses outside India — visit NA or Samalkot H.O, which handle international mail acceptance and documentation.
What are the working hours of Kothapeta PTP?
Sub-Offices and Head Post Offices in ANDHRA PRADESH generally operate Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays. Branch Offices may have shorter public hours — typically 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays — depending on the GDS staff schedule and local conditions. For confirmed current timings, contact NA.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Kothapeta PTP?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a S.O, Kothapeta PTP may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Samalkot H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in East Godavari. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call NA to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Kothapeta PTP?
Yes. Definitive postage stamps for domestic and international mail are available at all post offices, including Branch Offices. Special commemorative stamp releases and philatelic products may be available only at the Head Office or major Sub-Offices — check with NA for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Kothapeta PTP and NA?
Kothapeta PTP is a S.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Pithapuram Taluk area it serves. NA is its managing Sub-Office — a larger, full-service postal outlet that offers the complete range of savings, investment, Speed Post, and administrative services, and that supervises Kothapeta PTP as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Kothapeta PTP, the next step is always NA.