Office Details — Akiwat
Akiwat Pin Code is 416106.Akiwat is located in district Kolhapur, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA.
Akiwat Post Office PIN Code: 416106
The PIN code of Akiwat post office is 416106. It is a B.O located in Shirol taluk of {District} district, MAHARASHTRA, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Akiwat Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Akiwat |
| PIN Code | 416106 |
| Office Type | B.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Shirol |
| District | Kolhapur |
| State | MAHARASHTRA |
| Postal Division | Kolhapur |
| Postal Region | Goa-Panaji |
| Postal Circle | Maharashtra |
| Related Sub Office | Kurundwad S.O |
| Related Head Office | Ichalkaranji H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Akiwat Post Office
Akiwat is a post office under India Post in Shirol taluk, {District} district, MAHARASHTRA. It is identified by the PIN code 416106 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Kolhapur postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Ichalkaranji 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, Akiwat is one of the main post offices in Kolhapur. 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, Akiwat works under Ichalkaranji 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, Akiwat mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to Kurundwad S.O, which in turn comes under Ichalkaranji H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Akiwat
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Akiwat is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 416106 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Akiwat 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 Akiwat
Here is how Akiwat fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Akiwat (B.O)
- Sub Office: Kurundwad S.O
- Head Office: Ichalkaranji H.O
- Division: Kolhapur
- Region: Goa-Panaji
- Circle: Maharashtra
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 416106
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
Akiwat
Shirol, Kolhapur
MAHARASHTRA – 416106
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 Akiwat 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 Akiwat, 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 416106
You will need the PIN code 416106 if your address falls under Akiwat 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 416106
The PIN code 416106 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 Shirol, Kolhapur
Nearest Location pincode of Akiwat
FAQs — Akiwat
What is the PIN code of Akiwat?
The PIN code of Akiwat is 416106. This is a B.O located in Shirol Taluk, Kolhapur district, MAHARASHTRA, India. It falls under the Kolhapur Postal Division of the MaharashtraPostal 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 Akiwat?
The PIN code of Akiwat post office in {District}, MAHARASHTRA is 416106.
Which district does Akiwat post office belong to?
Akiwat post office is in {District} district of MAHARASHTRA.
Which taluk is Akiwat in?
Akiwat falls under Shirol taluk.
What type of post office is Akiwat?
Akiwat is a B.O under India Post.
Is Akiwat a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Akiwat 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 Akiwat?
The Head Office of Akiwat is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Akiwat?
Akiwat is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Akiwat come under?
Akiwat comes under the Kolhapur postal division, in the Goa-Panaji region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 416106?
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 416106 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Akiwat post office, you can use 416106 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Akiwat?
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 Akiwat or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Akiwat?
First, check that the address and PIN code 416106 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 Akiwat?
Sub-Offices and Head Post Offices in MAHARASHTRA 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 Kurundwad S.O.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Akiwat?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Akiwat may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Ichalkaranji H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Kolhapur. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Kurundwad S.O to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Akiwat?
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 Kurundwad S.O for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Akiwat and Kurundwad S.O?
Akiwat is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Shirol Taluk area it serves. Kurundwad 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 Akiwat as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Akiwat, the next step is always Kurundwad S.O.