Office Details — Chanat
Chanat Pin Code is 493555.Chanat is located in district Mahasamund, CHATTISGARH, INDIA.
Chanat Post Office PIN Code: 493555
The PIN code of Chanat post office is 493555. It is a B.O located in Jagdishpur taluk of {District} district, CHATTISGARH, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Chanat Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Chanat |
| PIN Code | 493555 |
| Office Type | B.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Jagdishpur |
| District | Mahasamund |
| State | CHATTISGARH |
| Postal Division | Raipur |
| Postal Region | Raipur |
| Postal Circle | Chattisgarh |
| Related Sub Office | Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund) |
| Related Head Office | Raipur H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Chanat Post Office
Chanat is a post office under India Post in Jagdishpur taluk, {District} district, CHATTISGARH. It is identified by the PIN code 493555 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Raipur postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Raipur H.O, which acts as its controlling Head Office.
Use the block below that matches the office type:
[If Office Type = Head Office]
As a Head Office, Chanat is one of the main post offices in Mahasamund. It supervises a number of Sub Offices and Branch Offices in its area, handles bulk mail sorting and offers a wide range of postal, banking and insurance services.
[If Office Type = Sub Office]
As a Sub Office, Chanat works under Raipur H.O. It serves its local area with everyday postal services and also manages the Branch Offices attached to it, many of which serve nearby villages.
[If Office Type = Branch Office]
As a Branch Office, Chanat mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund), which in turn comes under Raipur H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Chanat
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Chanat is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 493555 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Chanat is a non-delivery post office. It accepts mail and provides counter services, but it does not deliver letters and parcels to homes. Doorstep delivery for this area is handled by a nearby delivery post office. If you are expecting a delivery, the article will still reach you as long as your address and PIN code are written correctly.
Postal Hierarchy of Chanat
Here is how Chanat fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Chanat (B.O)
- Sub Office: Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund)
- Head Office: Raipur H.O
- Division: Raipur
- Region: Raipur
- Circle: Chattisgarh
Knowing the Sub Office and Head Office is useful when you need to track a parcel, raise a complaint or visit a larger post office for services not offered locally.
How to Write an Address With PIN Code 493555
To make sure your letter or parcel reaches the right place, write the address in this order:
Recipient's Name
House or Flat Number, Street or Colony
Chanat
Jagdishpur, Mahasamund
CHATTISGARH – 493555
India
Always write the full 6-digit PIN code. A missing or wrong digit can send your article to another post office and delay delivery.
Services Available at Chanat Post Office
The services offered depend on the type and size of the post office. Common services include:
- Sending and receiving letters, parcels and registered post
- Speed Post booking and delivery
- Money orders
- Post Office Savings Account, Recurring Deposit and Time Deposit
- PPF, NSC, Kisan Vikas Patra, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and Senior Citizen Savings Scheme
- India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) accounts and Aadhaar-enabled payments
- Postal Life Insurance and Rural Postal Life Insurance
Head Offices and larger Sub Offices usually offer the full list, and some also provide Aadhaar enrolment and update services. Branch Offices mostly offer basic mail, savings and money order services. For anything not available at Chanat, you can visit {Related Sub Office} or {Related Head Office}.
We recommend calling or visiting the post office to confirm service availability and working hours before you go.
Where You Can Use PIN Code 493555
You will need the PIN code 493555 if your address falls under Chanat post office. It is commonly required for:
- Online shopping and courier deliveries
- Bank account opening and KYC
- Aadhaar address updates
- GST and business registration
- Passport, PAN and other government applications
- School, college and job application forms
Other Post Offices With PIN Code 493555
The PIN code 493555 may also be shared by other post offices, usually Branch Offices that come under the same Sub Office.
[List of post offices sharing this PIN code]
Nearby Post Offices in Jagdishpur, Mahasamund
Nearest Location pincode of Chanat
FAQs — Chanat
What is the PIN code of Chanat?
The PIN code of Chanat is 493555. This is a B.O located in Jagdishpur Taluk, Mahasamund district, CHATTISGARH, India. It falls under the Raipur Postal Division of the ChattisgarhPostal Circle. Use this 6-digit code on all courier forms, bank applications, government documents, and online delivery address fields.
What is the PIN code of Chanat?
The PIN code of Chanat post office in {District}, CHATTISGARH is 493555.
Which district does Chanat post office belong to?
Chanat post office is in {District} district of CHATTISGARH.
Which taluk is Chanat in?
Chanat falls under Jagdishpur taluk.
What type of post office is Chanat?
Chanat is a B.O under India Post.
Is Chanat a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Chanat is {Delivery Status}. A delivery post office delivers mail to homes, while a non-delivery office relies on a nearby office for doorstep delivery.
What is the Head Office of Chanat?
The Head Office of Chanat is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Chanat?
Chanat is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Chanat come under?
Chanat comes under the Raipur postal division, in the Raipur region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 493555?
Yes, it is common for more than one post office or village to share the same PIN code. You can see the full list in the section above.
Can I use PIN code 493555 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Chanat post office, you can use 493555 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Chanat?
You can track Speed Post and registered articles on the India Post website or app using the tracking number on your booking receipt. For delays, contact Chanat or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Chanat?
First, check that the address and PIN code 493555 are correct. Then contact the post office directly or raise a complaint on the India Post website or by calling the India Post toll-free number 1800-266-6868.
What are the working hours of Chanat?
Sub-Offices and Head Post Offices in CHATTISGARH 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 Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund).
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Chanat?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Chanat may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Raipur H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Mahasamund. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund) to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Chanat?
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 Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund) for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Chanat and Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund)?
Chanat is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Jagdishpur Taluk area it serves. Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund) 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 Chanat as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Chanat, the next step is always Jagdishpur S.O (Mahasamund).