Office Details — Kottarakara
Kottarakara Pin Code is 691506.Kottarakara is located in district Kollam, KERALA, INDIA.
Kottarakara Post Office PIN Code: 691506
The PIN code of Kottarakara post office is 691506. It is a H.O located in Kottarakara taluk of {District} district, KERALA, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Kottarakara Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Kottarakara |
| PIN Code | 691506 |
| Office Type | H.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Kottarakara |
| District | Kollam |
| State | KERALA |
| Postal Division | Quilon |
| Postal Region | Trivandrum HQ |
| Postal Circle | Kerala |
| Related Sub Office | NA |
| Related Head Office | NA |
| Country |
India |
About Kottarakara Post Office
Kottarakara is a post office under India Post in Kottarakara taluk, {District} district, KERALA. It is identified by the PIN code 691506 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Quilon postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through NA, 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, Kottarakara is one of the main post offices in Kollam. 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, Kottarakara works under NA. 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, Kottarakara mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to NA, which in turn comes under NA. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Kottarakara
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Kottarakara is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 691506 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Kottarakara 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 Kottarakara
Here is how Kottarakara fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Kottarakara (H.O)
- Sub Office: NA
- Head Office: NA
- Division: Quilon
- Region: Trivandrum HQ
- 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 691506
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
Kottarakara
Kottarakara, Kollam
KERALA – 691506
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 Kottarakara 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 Kottarakara, 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 691506
You will need the PIN code 691506 if your address falls under Kottarakara 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 691506
The PIN code 691506 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 Kottarakara, Kollam
Nearest Location pincode of Kottarakara
FAQs — Kottarakara
What is the PIN code of Kottarakara?
The PIN code of Kottarakara is 691506. This is a H.O located in Kottarakara Taluk, Kollam district, KERALA, India. It falls under the Quilon 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 Kottarakara?
The PIN code of Kottarakara post office in {District}, KERALA is 691506.
Which district does Kottarakara post office belong to?
Kottarakara post office is in {District} district of KERALA.
Which taluk is Kottarakara in?
Kottarakara falls under Kottarakara taluk.
What type of post office is Kottarakara?
Kottarakara is a H.O under India Post.
Is Kottarakara a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Kottarakara 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 Kottarakara?
The Head Office of Kottarakara is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Kottarakara?
Kottarakara is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Kottarakara come under?
Kottarakara comes under the Quilon postal division, in the Trivandrum HQ region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 691506?
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 691506 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Kottarakara post office, you can use 691506 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Kottarakara?
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 Kottarakara or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Kottarakara?
First, check that the address and PIN code 691506 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 Kottarakara?
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 NA.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Kottarakara?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a H.O, Kottarakara may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit NAor a designated Sub-Office in Kollam. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call NA to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Kottarakara?
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 Kottarakara and NA?
Kottarakara is a H.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Kottarakara 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 Kottarakara as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Kottarakara, the next step is always NA.