Karnataka PIN Code, Geographic Boundaries, Coordinates & Postal Directory
A comprehensive, verified guide covering the geographic boundaries, land area, latitude/longitude coordinates, postal circle headquarters, and all 1,345 PIN codes in Karnataka.
Quick 30-Second Overview / त्वरित सारांश
Karnataka uses PIN code prefixes 56 (Bengaluru/Kolar), 57 (Coastal & Malnad), 58 (North Karnataka/Gulbarga), and 59 (Belagavi) across 31 districts. Bengaluru GPO is one of the largest in Asia.
1. Geographic Profile / भौगोलिक प्रोफ़ाइल: Area, Coordinates & Boundaries
To understand how mail and logistics flow across Karnataka, we must first look at its geography. Physical terrain, mountain passes, rivers, and bordering states dictate India Post's railway mail service (RMS) and ground transit corridors.
| Geographic Metric | Official Measurement |
|---|---|
| Total Land Area | 191,791 sq km (6th largest in India) |
| Latitude Span | 11°30' N to 18°30' N |
| Longitude Span | 74°05' E to 78°35' E |
| Northern Boundary | Maharashtra and Goa |
| Southern Boundary | Tamil Nadu and Kerala |
| Eastern Boundary | Andhra Pradesh and Telangana |
| Western Boundary | Arabian Sea (320 km coastline) |
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Key Geographic Features:
- Three distinct regions: Coastal Karavali, Western Ghats (Malnad), and Deccan Bayaluseeme plains.
- Bengaluru Tech Corridor is one of the world's most dense e-commerce delivery destinations.
- Major river systems include Cauvery in the south and Krishna with Tungabhadra in the north.
2. Postal Network / डाक नेटवर्क Architecture in Karnataka
Every PIN (Postal Index Number) in Karnataka is structured to optimize automated sorting and daily last-mile dispatch across 9,683 post offices.
3. Major Postal Districts in Karnataka
Below is the breakdown of the most active postal districts in Karnataka, ranked by their assigned PIN codes and delivery coverage:
4. Key PIN Codes & Central Post Offices in Karnataka
These central PIN codes manage the highest mail volume, express parcel sorting, and government document dispatches in Karnataka:
| PIN Code | Primary Post Office | District | Offices Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 585310 | Jewargi S.O | KALABURAGI | 28 |
| 585302 | Alund S.O | KALABURAGI | 27 |
| 584128 | Sindhanur S.O | RAICHUR | 27 |
| 561202 | Pavagada Fort S.O | TUMAKURU | 24 |
| 571111 | Gundlupet Bazar S.O | Chamrajnagar | 24 |
| 581355 | Siddapur S.O | Uttara Kannada | 23 |
| 563125 | Chintamani Bazar S.O | CHICKMAGALUR | 23 |
| 581115 | Ranebennur Bzr S.O | HAVERI | 22 |
| 585326 | Aurad (B) S.O | Bidar | 22 |
| 577132 | Mudigere S.O | CHICKMAGALUR | 22 |
5. Practical Addressing Tips for Karnataka (Save Time & Money)
Writing an address correctly ensures your Speed Post or parcel reaches the recipient without delay or return to sender. Here are specific rules for Karnataka:
- Bengaluru tech parks (Electronic City 560100, Whitefield 560066) handle massive parcel lockers.
- Coastal districts (Mangaluru 575xxx, Udupi 576xxx) sort through Mangaluru Head Post Office.
- North Karnataka districts (Hubballi-Dharwad 580xxx) connect via the Hubballi railway mail hub.
House/Plot No., Street/Locality Name
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Editorial Note & Verification Standard
Karnataka's 4 distinct regional prefixes (56, 57, 58, 59) provide direct value for e-commerce retailers and consumers.
Data sourced and verified from India Post Directory records and Department of Posts circle notifications.
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