Benta South SO Post Office
Closed for the dayOfficial postal directory specifications for Benta South SO (Sub Post Office (SO)) in Darbhanga, Bihar • PIN Code: 846003 • Master IFSC: IPOS0000001.
Benta South SO Sub Post Office (Upa Dak Ghar) is a neighborhood town post office in Darbhanga district, Bihar with PIN Code 846003. It serves nearby colonies and local markets under Darbhanga Division division with Speed Post booking, parcel dispatch, money orders, and postal savings counters.
Counter Service Only: This is a non-delivery counter branch. You can book Speed Post, buy stamps, and deposit money here, while home parcel deliveries are done through the main delivery center.
Online Money Transfer & IFSC: For sending money to any Post Office Savings Bank (POSB) or IPPB account here, use master IFSC code IPOS0000001. This code works 24x7 on Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm. Local residents can also withdraw up to ₹10,000 cash daily using their Aadhaar fingerprint (AePS) without an ATM card.
- PIN Code
- 846003
- IFSC Code
- IPOS0000001
- Office Type
- PO
- Delivery
- Non Delivery
- Division
- Darbhanga Division
- Circle
- Bihar Circle
- District
- Darbhanga
- State
- Bihar
Benta South SO Working Hours & Counter Timings
Official departmental business schedule • Sub Post Office (SO)Opens tomorrow 09:00 AM • Timezone: Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+05:30)
Booking of Speed Post, Registered Letters, Parcels, Money Orders, and sale of postage stamps & envelopes.
Cash deposit, withdrawal, AePS biometric cash-out, RD/TD/MIS/PPF/SSY transactions, and passbook updates.
Official mid-day lunch recess. Counters pause public token transactions during this 30-minute interval.
Delivery is routed through the mapped parent delivery sub-office or head office.
| Day | Counter Hours | Lunch Break | Office Closes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Tuesday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Wednesday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Friday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM – 03:30 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Working Day |
| Sunday | All public counters, banking and mail booking closed | Closed | ||
Benta South SO Postal & Banking Details
Full postal details, working hours, IPPB IFSC code, and address for Benta South SO (PIN: 846003).
Speed Post Delivery Standards & Compensation (PIN 846003)
India Post Citizen Charter delivery transit norms for Benta South SOWhen sending or receiving domestic Speed Post parcels, letters, or e-commerce consignments through Benta South SO (PIN: 846003), the Department of Posts mandates the following transit standards:
| Distance | Coverage Area | Delivery Time (Days) | Speed Post Rate (Up to 50g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local / Intra-City | Within Darbhanga / Municipal limits (≤ 50 km) | 1 – 2 Business Days | ₹17.70 (₹15 + GST) |
| Short Distance | Up to 200 km (Neighboring districts) | 2 – 3 Business Days | ₹41.30 (₹35 + GST) |
| Medium Distance | 201 to 1,000 km (State / Regional corridors) | 2 – 4 Business Days | ₹41.30 (₹35 + GST) |
| National Long-Haul | 1,001 to 2,000 km (Inter-state transit) | 3 – 5 Business Days | ₹59.00 (₹50 + GST) |
| Remote / Extreme | Exceeding 2,000 km (North-East, J&K, Islands) | 4 – 6 Business Days | ₹59.00 (₹50 + GST) |
Under the Department of Posts Citizen Charter, in the event of delay in delivery of a domestic Speed Post article beyond the published norms, the compensation payable to the sender is equal to the composite Speed Post charges paid, or ₹1,000, whichever is less. In case of complete loss or damage to a Speed Post consignment, compensation is twice the Speed Post fee or ₹1,000 (whichever is less).
UIDAI Aadhaar Services Guidance
Aadhaar enrolment and update counters in India operate only at designated post offices and authorized UIDAI centers. To find verified Aadhaar service locations in Darbhanga, check valid documents for update, or view official UIDAI fee schedules, refer to our comprehensive Post Office Aadhaar Center Guide or visit the official UIDAI portal (uidai.gov.in).
Geographic Location & Map
Coordinates: 26.1206667° N, 85.9064722° E
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Counter Services & Financial Scope at Benta South SO
Verified operational classification for Sub Post Office (SO) • Department of Posts, Government of IndiaSub Post Office Core Departmental Capabilities
Benta South SO is a primary departmental office in Darbhanga, providing comprehensive counter services including full-value Government of India small savings schemes, domestic & international Speed Post logistics, customs processing, and universal IPPB banking.
Express Mail & Parcel Logistics
- Speed Post: Real-time track & trace for domestic documents and parcels.
- Business & COD: Cash on Delivery booking for merchants and bulk mailers.
- International Mail: Air parcel and EMS booking with customs CN22/CN23 support.
Sovereign Small Savings Counter
- Monthly Pension: Post Office MIS (7.40% p.a.) – ₹9L single / ₹15L joint.
- Senior Citizens: SCSS (8.20% p.a.) quarterly interest up to ₹30 Lakh.
- Term Deposits: 1, 2, 3 & 5-Year Time Deposits (up to 7.50% p.a.) with Sec 80C rebate.
- Growth Schemes: KVP doubling in 115 months, PPF (7.1%), and Sukanya (8.2%).
Banking & Insurance Services
- IPPB Master IFSC: IPOS0000001 for NEFT, RTGS & UPI transfers.
- Postal Life Insurance: PLI & RPLI policy issuance, loan against policy, premium collection.
- AePS Cash Out: Biometric fingerprint withdrawal from any commercial bank account.
Postal Tools & Services for Benta South SO
Frequently Asked Questions – Benta South SO (846003)
What is the PIN Code of Benta South SO Post Office?
The postal PIN code of Benta South SO is 846003. It is located in Darbhanga district, Bihar under Darbhanga Division.
What are the counter working hours and lunch timings of Benta South SO?
Benta South SO (Sub Post Office) operates Monday to Saturday from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM. Public booking counters (Speed Post, Savings Bank, IPPB) operate from 09:00 AM to 03:30 PM, with a lunch break from 01:00 PM to 01:30 PM. The office is closed on Sundays and gazetted national holidays.
What is the IFSC Code for Benta South SO Post Office and IPPB accounts?
For electronic NEFT/RTGS remittances into India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) accounts, India Post operates a single centralized virtual IFSC: IPOS0000001. Traditional Post Office Savings Bank (POSB) passbook accounts use internal postal clearing.
What is the official address and contact number of Benta South SO Post Office?
The official postal address is Benta South SO (PO), Darbhanga, Bihar – 846003. For parcel tracking, delivery complaints, and customer service, call the India Post national helpline at 1800 266 6868 (Mon–Sat 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM) or IPPB customer care at 155299.
Is Benta South SO (PIN: 846003) an active delivery post office?
Benta South SO is registered as a Non-Delivery post office. It functions as a booking and counter transactions center, while final delivery to residences is handled through the designated parent delivery office.
Can I withdraw cash using Aadhaar (AePS) at Benta South SO Post Office?
Yes. Through the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) micro-ATM and AePS facility at Benta South SO, account holders of any Indian commercial bank (SBI, PNB, HDFC, etc.) can withdraw up to ₹10,000 cash daily using fingerprint biometric authentication without needing an ATM card.
Is Aadhaar Card update or enrolment available at Benta South SO Post Office?
Aadhaar enrolment and biometric update services in India operate at designated Head Post Offices, major Sub Offices, and authorized UIDAI Aadhaar Seva Kendras in Darbhanga. Branch offices offer doorstep Aadhaar-mobile linking through the GDS postman app.
What is the Speed Post delivery time from Benta South SO (PIN: 846003)?
Official India Post Speed Post delivery norms are: Local/Intra-city (within 50 km) in 1–2 business days; Metro-to-Metro / up to 200 km in 2–3 business days; 201 to 1,000 km in 2–4 business days; and over 1,000 km in 3–5 business days.
What is the compensation if Speed Post parcel is delayed from Benta South SO?
If a domestic Speed Post article is delayed beyond India Post's published delivery norms, the sender is entitled to a full refund of the Speed Post charges paid (up to a maximum of ₹1,000) under the Citizen Charter.
What is the DIGIPIN and geographic coordinates of Benta South SO?
Benta South SO has an official India Post digital addressing DIGIPIN of 87K5-337M-PK (identifying a precise 4m × 4m geographic location) with coordinates Latitude 26.1206667, Longitude 85.9064722.