Amara BO Post Office
Closed for the dayOfficial postal directory specifications for Amara BO (Branch Post Office (BO)) in Kottayam, Kerala • PIN Code: 686546 • Master IFSC: IPOS0000001.
Amara BO is an official Branch Post Office (BO) with PIN Code 686546 located in Kottayam district, Kerala under Changanacherry Division. Mail delivery status is registered as Delivery, operating under parent delivery hub Madappally SO (SO) with apex oversight from Changanacherry HO HO. The universal IPPB & post office IFSC code is IPOS0000001.
- PIN Code
- 686546
- IFSC Code
- IPOS0000001
- Office Type
- BO
- Delivery
- Delivery
- Division
- Changanacherry Division
- Circle
- Kerala Circle
- District
- Kottayam
- State
- Kerala
Amara BO Working Hours & Counter Timings
Official departmental business schedule • Branch Post Office (BO)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.
Letter carrier / postman beats for doorstep delivery of letters and parcels across PIN 686546.
| Day | Counter Hours | Lunch Break | Office Closes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 02:00 PM | Working Day |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 02:00 PM | Working Day |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 02:00 PM | Working Day |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 02:00 PM | Working Day |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 02:00 PM | Working Day |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM – 01:30 PM | 02:00 PM | Working Day |
| Sunday | All public counters, banking and mail booking closed | Closed | ||
Amara BO Postal & Banking Details
Verified postal directory specifications, centralized IPPB banking parameters, and administrative hierarchy for Amara BO (PIN: 686546).
Speed Post Delivery Standards & Compensation (PIN 686546)
India Post Citizen Charter delivery transit norms for Amara BOWhen sending or receiving domestic Speed Post parcels, letters, or e-commerce consignments through Amara BO (PIN: 686546), 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 Kottayam / 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 Kottayam, 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: 9.4512580° N, 76.5950190° E
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Counter Services & Financial Scope at Amara BO
Verified operational classification for Branch Post Office (BO) • Department of Posts, Government of IndiaBranch Post Office (BO) Operational Summary
Amara BO operates under the direct administrative and cash indent supervision of Madappally SO Sub Post Office. As a rural branch headed by the Branch Postmaster (BPM), it provides frontline postal delivery, basic savings accounts, and biometric micro-ATM cash transactions.
Mail & Parcel Dispatch
- Delivery: Active door-to-door mail delivery in PIN 686546.
- Booking: Acceptance of ordinary post, speed post, and registered letters.
- Transit Hub: Parcels processed through Madappally SO.
IPPB Micro-ATM & AePS Cash
- Fingerprint Cash Out: Withdraw up to ₹10,000 daily from any bank via AePS.
- DBT Subsidies: Biometric authentication for PM-KISAN, pensions & scholarships.
- Doorstep Service: Available via postman at regulated ₹20+GST fee (Call 155299).
Retail Savings & Deposits
- Supported at Branch: Post Office Savings Account (POSA), 5-Yr RD, Sukanya Samriddhi (SSY).
- High-Value Schemes: Time Deposits (FD), MIS (7.4%), SCSS (8.2%), and KVP certificates are routed through Madappally SO.
- Sovereign Safety: 100% principal & interest guaranteed by Government of India.
Postal Tools & Services for Amara BO
Frequently Asked Questions – Amara BO (686546)
What is the PIN Code of Amara BO Post Office?
The postal PIN code of Amara BO is 686546. It is located in Kottayam district, Kerala under Changanacherry Division.
What are the counter working hours and lunch timings of Amara BO?
As a Branch Post Office (BO), Amara BO is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM (4 hours daily). Counter booking runs until 01:00 PM, with lunch break from 01:00 PM to 01:30 PM. It remains closed on Sundays and gazetted national postal holidays.
What is the IFSC Code for Amara BO Post Office and IPPB accounts?
The universal IFSC code for all India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) and Post Office savings accounts at Amara BO 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 Amara BO Post Office?
The official postal address is Amara BO (BO), Kottayam, Kerala – 686546. 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 Amara BO (PIN: 686546) an active delivery post office?
Amara BO is registered as a Delivery post office. Dedicated postmen deliver Speed Post articles, registered letters, e-commerce parcels, and official mail across PIN code 686546.
Can I withdraw cash using Aadhaar (AePS) at Amara BO Post Office?
Yes. Through the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) micro-ATM and AePS facility at Amara BO, 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 Amara BO 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 Kottayam. Branch offices offer doorstep Aadhaar-mobile linking through the GDS postman app.
What is the Speed Post delivery time from Amara BO (PIN: 686546)?
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 Amara BO?
Amara BO has an official India Post digital addressing DIGIPIN of M3TF-C758-K6 (identifying a precise 4m × 4m geographic location) with coordinates Latitude 9.4512580, Longitude 76.5950190.
Which parent Sub Post Office does Amara BO report to?
Amara BO is a Branch Office (BO) operating under the administrative jurisdiction, cash indent, and delivery supervision of Madappally SO Sub Post Office (PIN: 686546).