Arthingal SO Post Office
Open Now (Closes at 5:00 PM)Official postal directory specifications for Arthingal SO (Sub Post Office (SO)) in Alappuzha, Kerala • PIN Code: 688530 • Master IFSC: IPOS0000001.
Arthingal SO is an official Sub Post Office (SO) with PIN Code 688530 located in Alappuzha district, Kerala under Alleppey Division. Mail delivery status is registered as Delivery with apex oversight from Alappuzha HO HO. The universal IPPB & post office IFSC code is IPOS0000001.
- PIN Code
- 688530
- IFSC Code
- IPOS0000001
- Office Type
- PO
- Delivery
- Delivery
- Division
- Alleppey Division
- Circle
- Kerala Circle
- District
- Alappuzha
- State
- Kerala
Arthingal SO Working Hours & Counter Timings
Official departmental business schedule • Sub Post Office (SO)Standard Working Hours • 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.
Letter carrier / postman beats for doorstep delivery of letters and parcels across PIN 688530.
| 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 | ||
Arthingal SO Postal & Banking Details
Verified postal directory specifications, centralized IPPB banking parameters, and administrative hierarchy for Arthingal SO (PIN: 688530).
Speed Post Delivery Standards & Compensation (PIN 688530)
India Post Citizen Charter delivery transit norms for Arthingal SOWhen sending or receiving domestic Speed Post parcels, letters, or e-commerce consignments through Arthingal SO (PIN: 688530), the Department of Posts mandates the following transit standards:
| Distance Category | Geographic Coverage | Published Transit SLA | Base Tariff (Up to 50g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local / Intra-City | Within Alappuzha / 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 Alappuzha, 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: 9.6517500° N, 76.2859400° E
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Counter Services & Financial Scope at Arthingal SO
Verified operational classification for Sub Post Office (SO) • Department of Posts, Government of IndiaSub Post Office Core Departmental Capabilities
Arthingal SO is a primary departmental office in Alappuzha, 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 Arthingal SO
Frequently Asked Questions – Arthingal SO (688530)
What is the PIN Code of Arthingal SO Post Office?
The postal PIN code of Arthingal SO is 688530. It is located in Alappuzha district, Kerala under Alleppey Division.
What are the counter working hours and lunch timings of Arthingal SO?
Arthingal 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 Arthingal SO Post Office and IPPB accounts?
The universal IFSC code for all India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) and Post Office savings accounts at Arthingal SO is IPOS0000001. Use this IFSC code along with your account number for IMPS, NEFT, RTGS, and UPI fund transfers on PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm.
What is the official address and contact number of Arthingal SO Post Office?
The official postal address is Arthingal SO (PO), Alappuzha, Kerala – 688530. 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 Arthingal SO (PIN: 688530) an active delivery post office?
Arthingal SO is registered as a Delivery post office. Dedicated postmen deliver Speed Post articles, registered letters, e-commerce parcels, and official mail across PIN code 688530.
Can I withdraw cash using Aadhaar (AePS) at Arthingal SO Post Office?
Yes. Through the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) micro-ATM and AePS facility at Arthingal 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 Arthingal 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 Alappuzha. Branch offices offer doorstep Aadhaar-mobile linking through the GDS postman app.
What is the Speed Post delivery time from Arthingal SO (PIN: 688530)?
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 in case of delay in delivery of Speed Post?
Under the Department of Posts Citizen Charter, in the event of delay in delivery of a domestic Speed Post article beyond the published delivery standard, the compensation payable to the sender is equal to the composite Speed Post charges paid, or ₹1,000, whichever is less.
What is the DIGIPIN and geographic coordinates of Arthingal SO?
Arthingal SO has an official India Post digital addressing DIGIPIN of M3P8-5J92-CF (identifying a precise 4m × 4m geographic location) with coordinates Latitude 9.6517500, Longitude 76.2859400.