Office Details — Kottathara
Kottathara Pin Code is 678581.Kottathara is located in district Palakkad, KERALA, INDIA.
Kottathara Post Office PIN Code: 678581
The PIN code of Kottathara post office is 678581. It is a B.O located in Mannarkad taluk of {District} district, KERALA, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Kottathara Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Kottathara |
| PIN Code | 678581 |
| Office Type | B.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Mannarkad |
| District | Palakkad |
| State | KERALA |
| Postal Division | Ottapalam |
| Postal Region | Calicut |
| Postal Circle | Kerala |
| Related Sub Office | Agali S.O (Palakkad) |
| Related Head Office | Ottapalam H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Kottathara Post Office
Kottathara is a post office under India Post in Mannarkad taluk, {District} district, KERALA. It is identified by the PIN code 678581 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Ottapalam postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Ottapalam H.O, which acts as its controlling Head Office.
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[If Office Type = Head Office]
As a Head Office, Kottathara is one of the main post offices in Palakkad. 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, Kottathara works under Ottapalam 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, Kottathara mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to Agali S.O (Palakkad), which in turn comes under Ottapalam H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Kottathara
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Kottathara is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 678581 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Kottathara 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 Kottathara
Here is how Kottathara fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Kottathara (B.O)
- Sub Office: Agali S.O (Palakkad)
- Head Office: Ottapalam H.O
- Division: Ottapalam
- Region: Calicut
- 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 678581
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
Kottathara
Mannarkad, Palakkad
KERALA – 678581
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 Kottathara 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 Kottathara, 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 678581
You will need the PIN code 678581 if your address falls under Kottathara 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 678581
The PIN code 678581 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 Mannarkad, Palakkad
Nearest Location pincode of Kottathara
FAQs — Kottathara
What is the PIN code of Kottathara?
The PIN code of Kottathara is 678581. This is a B.O located in Mannarkad Taluk, Palakkad district, KERALA, India. It falls under the Ottapalam 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 Kottathara?
The PIN code of Kottathara post office in {District}, KERALA is 678581.
Which district does Kottathara post office belong to?
Kottathara post office is in {District} district of KERALA.
Which taluk is Kottathara in?
Kottathara falls under Mannarkad taluk.
What type of post office is Kottathara?
Kottathara is a B.O under India Post.
Is Kottathara a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Kottathara 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 Kottathara?
The Head Office of Kottathara is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Kottathara?
Kottathara is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Kottathara come under?
Kottathara comes under the Ottapalam postal division, in the Calicut region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 678581?
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 678581 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Kottathara post office, you can use 678581 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Kottathara?
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 Kottathara or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Kottathara?
First, check that the address and PIN code 678581 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 Kottathara?
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 Agali S.O (Palakkad).
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Kottathara?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Kottathara may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Ottapalam H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Palakkad. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Agali S.O (Palakkad) to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Kottathara?
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 Agali S.O (Palakkad) for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Kottathara and Agali S.O (Palakkad)?
Kottathara is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Mannarkad Taluk area it serves. Agali S.O (Palakkad) 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 Kottathara as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Kottathara, the next step is always Agali S.O (Palakkad).