Office Details — Karhul
Karhul Pin Code is 493101.Karhul is located in district Raipur, CHATTISGARH, INDIA.
Karhul Post Office PIN Code: 493101
The PIN code of Karhul post office is 493101. It is a B.O located in Simga taluk of {District} district, CHATTISGARH, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Karhul Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Karhul |
| PIN Code | 493101 |
| Office Type | B.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Simga |
| District | Raipur |
| State | CHATTISGARH |
| Postal Division | Raipur |
| Postal Region | Raipur |
| Postal Circle | Chattisgarh |
| Related Sub Office | Simga S.O |
| Related Head Office | Raipur H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Karhul Post Office
Karhul is a post office under India Post in Simga taluk, {District} district, CHATTISGARH. It is identified by the PIN code 493101 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.
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[If Office Type = Head Office]
As a Head Office, Karhul is one of the main post offices in Raipur. 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, Karhul 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, Karhul mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to Simga S.O, 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 Karhul
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Karhul is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 493101 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Karhul 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 Karhul
Here is how Karhul fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Karhul (B.O)
- Sub Office: Simga S.O
- 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 493101
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
Karhul
Simga, Raipur
CHATTISGARH – 493101
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 Karhul 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 Karhul, 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 493101
You will need the PIN code 493101 if your address falls under Karhul 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 493101
The PIN code 493101 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 Simga, Raipur
Nearest Location pincode of Karhul
FAQs — Karhul
What is the PIN code of Karhul?
The PIN code of Karhul is 493101. This is a B.O located in Simga Taluk, Raipur 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 Karhul?
The PIN code of Karhul post office in {District}, CHATTISGARH is 493101.
Which district does Karhul post office belong to?
Karhul post office is in {District} district of CHATTISGARH.
Which taluk is Karhul in?
Karhul falls under Simga taluk.
What type of post office is Karhul?
Karhul is a B.O under India Post.
Is Karhul a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Karhul 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 Karhul?
The Head Office of Karhul is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Karhul?
Karhul is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Karhul come under?
Karhul comes under the Raipur postal division, in the Raipur region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 493101?
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 493101 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Karhul post office, you can use 493101 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Karhul?
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 Karhul or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Karhul?
First, check that the address and PIN code 493101 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 Karhul?
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 Simga S.O.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Karhul?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Karhul may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Raipur H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Raipur. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Simga S.O to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Karhul?
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 Simga S.O for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Karhul and Simga S.O?
Karhul is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Simga Taluk area it serves. Simga S.O 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 Karhul as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Karhul, the next step is always Simga S.O.