Office Details — Rathnapur
Rathnapur Pin Code is 505212.Rathnapur is located in district Karim Nagar, TELANGANA, INDIA.
Rathnapur — PIN Code 505212
The PIN code for Rathnapur is 505212. This is a B.O located in NA Taluk, Karim Nagar district, TELANGANA, India. It operates under the Peddapalli Postal Division, within the Hyderabad Region of the
Andhra PradeshPostal Circle
For all mail addressed to Rathnapur, the correct 6-digit code to use is 505212 — on courier forms, bank applications, GST registration, Aadhaar update requests, and any official document that asks for a postal code. This is the code India Post uses internally to route letters and parcels to this office's delivery area. Using a nearby locality's code, even one that shares the same first five digits, can reroute your mail to a different delivery point entirely.
Where Rathnapur Sits in the Postal Chain
Every post office in India connects upward through a chain of administrative offices — and knowing this chain matters when a delivery goes wrong, when you need to escalate a complaint, or when you're looking for a service that the local office doesn't offer directly.
Rathnapur (B.O) is the delivery point for residents and businesses in this part of NA Taluk. Mail addressed to 505212 arrives here and is distributed to the surrounding addresses.
Moving up the chain: Rathnapur reports to Centinary Colony S.O — the Sub-Office that manages a cluster of Branch Offices in this area, including Rathnapur. Centinary Colony S.O handles services that aren't available at the Branch Office level and is the first escalation point for delivery complaints specific to this locality.
Above Centinary Colony S.O is Peddapalli H.O— the Head Post Office for this part of Karim Nagar. Peddapalli H.Ois where district-level postal accounting, treasury functions, and unresolved consumer grievances are handled. If a parcel is showing as in transit within the Peddapalli Division but hasn't arrived, Peddapalli H.Ois the right office to contact.
Above the Head Office sits the Peddapalli Postal Division, which is part of the Hyderabad Region , under the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle headquartered in TELANGANA. The Chief Postmaster General (CPMG) of the Andhra PradeshCircle oversees all postal operations across the state.
In plain terms: if you have a delivery problem at Rathnapur, the escalation path is — Rathnapur → Centinary Colony S.O → Peddapalli H.O→ Peddapalli Division office.
Delivery Status — What It Means for 505212
Rathnapur is a {Delivery_Status} office. If Delivery Status = Delivery: This means Rathnapur runs its own postman route. Letters, Speed Post articles, registered parcels, and e-commerce deliveries addressed to 505212 are brought to this office and dispatched from here to the individual doorsteps within its jurisdiction. When a tracking update says "out for delivery," the postman is working out of Rathnapur.
If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery: This means Rathnapur accepts mail for booking and handles administrative services, but does not run a doorstep delivery route. Inbound mail addressed to 505212 is passed to Centinary Colony S.O or another nearby delivery office for the final leg. If you're waiting for a parcel and tracking shows it has reached the Peddapalli Division but not been delivered, contact Centinary Colony S.O — that is the office handling delivery for this area.
Understanding PIN Code 505212
The code 505212 is not a random number. Each digit carries a specific routing instruction that the India Post sorting system reads automatically.
Breaking down 505212: The first digit — {D1}
— places this post office in Postal Zone {D1} of India's national postal network. This zone covers {Zone_States}, and every PIN code beginning with {D1} belongs to this geographic region.
The second digit — {D2}— together with the first digit, identifies the specific postal circle. The combination {D1}{D2} is the identifier for the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle, which covers TELANGANA. If you see a PIN code starting with {D1}{D2}, it belongs to TELANGANA.
The third digit — {D3} — is the sorting district code. When mail arrives at the TELANGANA sorting hub, this digit routes it directly to the Karim Nagar area. The three-digit combination {D1}{D2}{D3} identifies the
Peddapalli sorting district The final three digits — {D4}{D5}{D6} — identify Rathnapur specifically as the delivery post office. These are what separate this office from every other post office in Karim Nagar. Two offices in the same district share the same first three digits but differ in the last three. Getting the last three digits wrong is the most common addressing mistake — and it's the one that causes actual misdelivery.
So 505212 reads as: Zone {D1} → Andhra PradeshCircle → Peddapalli sorting hub → Rathnapur delivery office.
Where to Use PIN Code 505212
The code 505212 is the valid postal identifier for Rathnapur's service area. Here is where you will be asked for it and why accuracy matters each time:
E-commerce orders (Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, and others) When placing an order online, entering 505212 is how the platform checks whether your locality is serviceable, which courier partner handles deliveries there, and what the estimated delivery date is. Some platforms also use it to determine which fulfilment centre your order ships from. A wrong code can show your area as unserviceable or route the order to a different delivery zone.
Bank account opening and address KYC Banks and fintech platforms cross-check the PIN code you provide against postal records. If the code does not match India Post's records for your locality, the KYC check flags a mismatch and can stall the application. 505212 is the correct code for addresses in the Rathnapur service area.
GST registration The business address on a GST application must use a valid PIN code that matches postal records. For any business operating in the area served by Rathnapur, 505212 is the code to use on the registration form and on all GST invoices. An incorrect code can trigger a mismatch during return reconciliation.
Aadhaar address update If you are updating your Aadhaar address to a location served by Rathnapur, use 505212 as the postal code on the update form. The UIDAI system validates this against India Post's official records.
Court filings, legal documents, and affidavits Address fields in legal documentation — affidavits, court filings, notarised documents, property registrations — require a verified PIN code. 505212 is the valid code for Rathnapur's jurisdiction and is accepted across all state and central government systems.
Services at Rathnapur
The range of services at any post office depends on its classification. As a B.O, here is what Rathnapur typically handles and what you may need to access at Centinary Colony S.O or Peddapalli H.Ofor:
Available at Rathnapur:Acceptance and delivery of ordinary letters, registered post, Speed Post, and parcels. Money order issuance and payment. Basic savings account transactions. India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) services including Aadhaar-enabled payments and domestic money transfers — increasingly delivered at doorstep level by Grameen Dak Sevak (GDS) staff. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and other DBT-linked scheme facilitation. Pension disbursements. Sale of postage stamps (definitive and standard commemorative issues). Recurring deposit transactions.
For these, visit Centinary Colony S.O or Peddapalli H.O: Public Provident Fund (PPF) account opening and management. National Savings Certificate (NSC) and Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) investment accounts. Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS). Postal Life Insurance (PLI) and Rural Postal Life Insurance (RPLI) policies. Aadhaar enrolment and biometric update services. Passport application and collection (if a POPSK is active). International mail and parcel bookings. Post box and post bag rental facilities.
How to Reach Centinary Colony S.O and Peddapalli H.O
If a service you need is not available at Rathnapur, here is where to go next:
Centinary Colony S.O is the managing Sub-Office for Rathnapur. It offers the full range of postal and savings services and is the first point of contact for delivery complaints and account-related queries specific to the Rathnapur area.
Peddapalli H.O — the Karim Nagar Head Post Office — is the district-level hub for escalations, complex account matters, Speed Post processing, and any service not available at Sub-Office level.
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FAQs — Rathnapur
What is the PIN code of Rathnapur?
The PIN code of Rathnapur is 505212. This is a B.O located in NA Taluk, Karim Nagar district, TELANGANA, India. It falls under the Peddapalli Postal Division of the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle. Use this 6-digit code on all courier forms, bank applications, government documents, and online delivery address fields.
What type of post office is Rathnapur?
Rathnapur is classified as a B.O. In the India Post hierarchy, this determines which services are available directly at this office and which require a visit to the managing Sub-Office (Centinary Colony S.O) or Head Post Office (Peddapalli H.O). Full investment scheme services like PPF and NSC are generally available only at Sub-Office and Head Office level.
Is Rathnapur a delivery post office?
Rathnapur has a {Delivery_Status} status. If it is a delivery office, it handles the last-mile drop-off of letters, registered articles, Speed Post, and parcels to addresses within its jurisdiction. If it is a non-delivery office, inbound mail for this area is handled by Centinary Colony S.O for actual doorstep delivery.
Which Sub-Office manages Rathnapur?
Rathnapur falls under Centinary Colony S.O as its managing Sub-Office. For services not directly available at Rathnapur — such as investment account openings, Aadhaar updates, or complaint escalations — Centinary Colony S.O is your next point of contact.
Which Head Post Office is Rathnapur linked to?
The parent Head Post Office for Rathnapur is Peddapalli H.O. This is the district-level administrative office overseeing all postal operations in this part of Karim Nagar. For unresolved delivery complaints or high-value consignment queries, escalate to Peddapalli H.Oafter first contacting Centinary Colony S.O.
Which district and state does Rathnapur belong to?
Rathnapur is located in Karim Nagar district, TELANGANA, India. It falls under the NA Taluk within that district, and is part of the Peddapalli Postal Division under the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle.
What taluk does Rathnapur come under?
Rathnapur is in NA Taluk, Karim Nagar district. The taluk is the administrative block that groups this post office with surrounding villages and localities for both postal and revenue administration purposes.
Which postal circle and region does Rathnapur belong to?
Rathnapur is part of the Andhra PradeshPostal Circle, under the Hyderabad Postal Region, in the Peddapalli Postal Division. The Andhra PradeshCircle is headquartered in the state capital and is headed by the Chief Postmaster General (CPMG). If you ever need to contact postal administration above the Head Office level, the Hyderabad Region office is the next escalation point.
Can I open a PPF or NSC account at Rathnapur?
As a B.O, Rathnapur may not offer the full suite of investment scheme accounts at the counter level. For PPF, NSC, Kisan Vikas Patra, and Senior Citizen Savings Scheme, visit Centinary Colony S.O or Peddapalli H.Odirectly, where a full-service savings counter is available. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and basic recurring deposits can often be facilitated at the Branch Office level.
Is India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) available at Rathnapur?
IPPB services are being expanded across all post offices in TELANGANA. At Branch Office level, IPPB transactions — including Aadhaar-based withdrawals, deposits, and domestic money transfers — are often handled by the Grameen Dak Sevak (GDS) staff, who carry mobile banking devices for doorstep service in rural areas. Contact Centinary Colony S.O to confirm current IPPB availability at Rathnapur.
How do I track a Speed Post sent to PIN code 505212?
Use the 13-digit tracking number printed on your booking receipt and enter it at the India Post tracking portal (indiapost.gov.in). Once the article reaches the Peddapalli Division sorting hub, it will be assigned to Rathnapur for final delivery. If tracking shows the article has arrived at the division but hasn't been delivered within the expected window, contact Centinary Colony S.O with the tracking number.
How do I complain about a delayed or missing article at Rathnapur?
Note the tracking number from your booking receipt and check the current status on the India Post portal. If the article is showing delayed at the Peddapalli Division level, contact Centinary Colony S.O first — they manage delivery operations for this area. If unresolved, escalate to Peddapalli H.O, which handles consumer grievances for the district. You can also file a complaint online through the India Post consumer grievance portal using your tracking reference.
Can I receive international parcels at Rathnapur?
International parcels addressed to 505212 are processed at the nearest Foreign Post Office (FPO) and then routed through the Peddapalli Division to Rathnapur for local delivery. For outbound international mail — booking registered letters or parcels to addresses outside India — visit Centinary Colony S.O or Peddapalli H.O, which handle international mail acceptance and documentation.
What are the working hours of Rathnapur?
Sub-Offices and Head Post Offices in TELANGANA 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 Centinary Colony S.O.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Rathnapur?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Rathnapur may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Peddapalli H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Karim Nagar. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Centinary Colony S.O to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Rathnapur?
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 Centinary Colony S.O for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Rathnapur and Centinary Colony S.O?
Rathnapur is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate NA Taluk area it serves. Centinary Colony 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 Rathnapur as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Rathnapur, the next step is always Centinary Colony S.O.