Office Details — Bhatkal
Bhatkal Pin Code is 581320.Bhatkal is located in district Uttara Kannada, KARNATAKA, INDIA.
Bhatkal Post Office PIN Code: 581320
The PIN code of Bhatkal post office is 581320. It is a S.O located in Bhatkal taluk of {District} district, KARNATAKA, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Bhatkal Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Bhatkal |
| PIN Code | 581320 |
| Office Type | S.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Bhatkal |
| District | Uttara Kannada |
| State | KARNATAKA |
| Postal Division | Karwar |
| Postal Region | North Karnataka |
| Postal Circle | Karnataka |
| Related Sub Office | NA |
| Related Head Office | Kumta H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Bhatkal Post Office
Bhatkal is a post office under India Post in Bhatkal taluk, {District} district, KARNATAKA. It is identified by the PIN code 581320 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Karwar postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Kumta 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, Bhatkal is one of the main post offices in Uttara Kannada. 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, Bhatkal works under Kumta 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, Bhatkal mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to NA, which in turn comes under Kumta H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Bhatkal
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Bhatkal is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 581320 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Bhatkal 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 Bhatkal
Here is how Bhatkal fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Bhatkal (S.O)
- Sub Office: NA
- Head Office: Kumta H.O
- Division: Karwar
- Region: North Karnataka
- Circle: Karnataka
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 581320
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
Bhatkal
Bhatkal, Uttara Kannada
KARNATAKA – 581320
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 Bhatkal 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 Bhatkal, 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 581320
You will need the PIN code 581320 if your address falls under Bhatkal 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 581320
The PIN code 581320 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]
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FAQs — Bhatkal
What is the PIN code of Bhatkal?
The PIN code of Bhatkal is 581320. This is a S.O located in Bhatkal Taluk, Uttara Kannada district, KARNATAKA, India. It falls under the Karwar Postal Division of the KarnatakaPostal 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 Bhatkal?
The PIN code of Bhatkal post office in {District}, KARNATAKA is 581320.
Which district does Bhatkal post office belong to?
Bhatkal post office is in {District} district of KARNATAKA.
Which taluk is Bhatkal in?
Bhatkal falls under Bhatkal taluk.
What type of post office is Bhatkal?
Bhatkal is a S.O under India Post.
Is Bhatkal a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Bhatkal 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 Bhatkal?
The Head Office of Bhatkal is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Bhatkal?
Bhatkal is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Bhatkal come under?
Bhatkal comes under the Karwar postal division, in the North Karnataka region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 581320?
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 581320 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Bhatkal post office, you can use 581320 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Bhatkal?
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 Bhatkal or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Bhatkal?
First, check that the address and PIN code 581320 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 Bhatkal?
Sub-Offices and Head Post Offices in KARNATAKA 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 Bhatkal?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a S.O, Bhatkal may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Kumta H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Uttara Kannada. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call NA to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Bhatkal?
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 Bhatkal and NA?
Bhatkal is a S.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Bhatkal 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 Bhatkal as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Bhatkal, the next step is always NA.