Office Details — Paingattoor
Paingattoor Pin Code is 686671.Paingattoor is located in district Ernakulam, KERALA, INDIA.
Paingattoor Post Office PIN Code: 686671
The PIN code of Paingattoor post office is 686671. It is a B.O located in Kothamangalam taluk of {District} district, KERALA, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Paingattoor Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Paingattoor |
| PIN Code | 686671 |
| Office Type | B.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Kothamangalam |
| District | Ernakulam |
| State | KERALA |
| Postal Division | Alwaye |
| Postal Region | Kochi |
| Postal Circle | Kerala |
| Related Sub Office | Pothanicaud S.O |
| Related Head Office | Muvattupuzha H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Paingattoor Post Office
Paingattoor is a post office under India Post in Kothamangalam taluk, {District} district, KERALA. It is identified by the PIN code 686671 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Alwaye postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Muvattupuzha 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, Paingattoor is one of the main post offices in Ernakulam. 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, Paingattoor works under Muvattupuzha 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, Paingattoor mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to Pothanicaud S.O, which in turn comes under Muvattupuzha H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Paingattoor
Use the block below that matches the delivery status:
[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Paingattoor is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 686671 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Paingattoor 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 Paingattoor
Here is how Paingattoor fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Paingattoor (B.O)
- Sub Office: Pothanicaud S.O
- Head Office: Muvattupuzha H.O
- Division: Alwaye
- Region: Kochi
- Circle: Kerala
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 686671
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
Paingattoor
Kothamangalam, Ernakulam
KERALA – 686671
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 Paingattoor 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 Paingattoor, 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 686671
You will need the PIN code 686671 if your address falls under Paingattoor 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 686671
The PIN code 686671 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 Kothamangalam, Ernakulam
Nearest Location pincode of Paingattoor
FAQs — Paingattoor
What is the PIN code of Paingattoor?
The PIN code of Paingattoor is 686671. This is a B.O located in Kothamangalam Taluk, Ernakulam district, KERALA, India. It falls under the Alwaye Postal Division of the KeralaPostal 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 Paingattoor?
The PIN code of Paingattoor post office in {District}, KERALA is 686671.
Which district does Paingattoor post office belong to?
Paingattoor post office is in {District} district of KERALA.
Which taluk is Paingattoor in?
Paingattoor falls under Kothamangalam taluk.
What type of post office is Paingattoor?
Paingattoor is a B.O under India Post.
Is Paingattoor a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Paingattoor 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 Paingattoor?
The Head Office of Paingattoor is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Paingattoor?
Paingattoor is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Paingattoor come under?
Paingattoor comes under the Alwaye postal division, in the Kochi region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 686671?
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 686671 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Paingattoor post office, you can use 686671 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Paingattoor?
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 Paingattoor or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Paingattoor?
First, check that the address and PIN code 686671 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 Paingattoor?
Sub-Offices and Head Post Offices in KERALA 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 Pothanicaud S.O.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Paingattoor?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Paingattoor may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Muvattupuzha H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Ernakulam. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Pothanicaud S.O to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Paingattoor?
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 Pothanicaud S.O for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Paingattoor and Pothanicaud S.O?
Paingattoor is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Kothamangalam Taluk area it serves. Pothanicaud 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 Paingattoor as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Paingattoor, the next step is always Pothanicaud S.O.