I remember my first bulk shipment to a textile wholesaler in Surat. I had carefully packed 50 boxes and used the PIN code "395001" – the main GPO code for Surat City. To my horror, the entire lot was returned after a week. Why? Because the wholesaler was located in the Udhna area, which has its own PIN code: 394210. That one-digit difference cost me a week of delay and extra courier charges. That was my crash course in Gujarat's complex postal system. Since then, I have shipped to over 200 towns and cities across the state – from the ceramic clusters of Morbi to the pharmaceutical hubs of Ahmedabad – and I have compiled this practical, city-wise and district-wise guide. If you send anything to Gujarat, bookmark this page.
How Gujarat PIN codes are structured (the 3x zone)
Gujarat falls under the 3xxxxx PIN code zone (western India). Here is a simple region-wise breakdown that I have memorised over years of shipping:
- 380xxx – Ahmedabad city (most areas)
- 382xxx – Ahmedabad district (rural and suburban areas like Gandhinagar, Kalol, Sanand)
- 394xxx – Surat city (Udhna, Katargam, etc.)
- 395xxx – Surat GPO and central Surat
- 390xxx – Vadodara (Baroda) region
- 360xxx – Rajkot region (360001 for Rajkot GPO)
- 361xxx – Jamnagar and coastal belt
- 364xxx – Bhavnagar region
Once you know the first two digits, you can often identify the city even without looking at the full code.
Ahmedabad – the commercial heart (and many PIN codes)
Ahmedabad's PIN codes are split between "Ahmedabad City" (3800xx) and "Ahmedabad District" (382xxx). The main GPO is located at Lal Darwaja, PIN 380001. Here is a practical area-wise list that I have personally validated.
📍 Ahmedabad City (380001 – 380060)
This includes central, eastern, and western parts of the city.
| Area / Locality | PIN Code | Post Office / Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad GPO (Lal Darwaja, Relief Road) | 380001 | GPO |
| Navrangpura | 380009 | Navrangpura PO |
| Vastrapur | 380015 | Vastrapur PO |
| Satellite, Prahladnagar | 380015 | Same as Vastrapur |
| Bodakdev | 380054 | Bodakdev SO |
| Bopal | 380058 | Bopal SO |
| Maninagar | 380008 | Maninagar PO |
One pro tip I learned: even within the same PIN code area, delivery agents may route differently. For example, 380015 covers both Vastrapur and parts of Satellite, but always write the full area name.
📍 Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad district (382xxx)
Gandhinagar is the capital, but its PIN codes are often confused with Ahmedabad. The main Gandhinagar GPO uses 382010. Other important codes:
- Infocity, Gandhinagar – 382009 (many government offices)
- Kudasan, Gandhinagar – 382421
- Sanand (industrial area) – 382110
- Kalol – 382721
- Gift City (Gandhinagar) – 382355
Surat – the diamond city and textile hub
Surat is my second most shipped-to city after Ahmedabad. The PIN code system here can be tricky because the city is divided into many zones. The Surat GPO is at Ring Road, PIN 395001. But do not use that for Varachha, Udhna, or Katargam – they have their own codes.
📍 Surat city PIN codes (common e-commerce areas)
| Area / Locality | PIN Code | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Surat GPO (Ring Road, City center) | 395001 | Works for central Surat |
| Udhna (Udhna Darwaja, Udhna Main Road) | 394210 | Very important for textile industry |
| Katargam, Parvat Patiya | 395004 | Residential and small business hub |
| Varachha (Main Road, Patidar Society) | 395006 | Diamond polishing units – many B2B shipments |
| Adajan, Pal, City Light | 395009 | Western part of Surat |
| Vesu (VIP Road) | 395007 | Newer residential area |
Vadodara (Baroda) – the cultural capital
Vadodara's PIN codes are relatively simpler. The main GPO is at Khanderao Market, PIN 390001. Other key codes:
- Akota – 390020 (many residential societies)
- Alkapuri – 390007 (commercial hub)
- Gotri, Vasna-Bhayli – 390021
- Sayajigunj – 390005
- Manjalpur – 390011
Rajkot, Jamnagar, Bhavnagar – industrial and coastal cities
These cities have high B2B and B2C shipment volumes. Here are the PIN codes I use every month:
| City | Primary PIN Code | Other important codes |
|---|---|---|
| Rajkot GPO | 360001 | 360002 (Kalawad Road), 360005 (Gondal Road) |
| Jamnagar GPO | 361001 | 361008 (Digvijay Plot), 361006 (Indira Gandhi Marg) |
| Bhavnagar GPO | 364001 | 364002 (Nari Road), 364003 (Kalubha Road) |
| Junagadh GPO | 362001 | 362002 (Moti Baug) |
District-wise quick reference table (33 districts)
This table shows the primary PIN code for each district. For specific towns or villages, always use our search tool.
| District | Primary PIN Code |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad (City) | 380001 |
| Ahmedabad (District – Gandhinagar) | 382010 |
| Amreli | 365601 |
| Anand | 388001 |
| Aravalli (Modasa) | 383315 |
| Banaskantha (Palanpur) | 385001 |
| Bharuch | 392001 |
| Bhavnagar | 364001 |
| Botad | 364710 |
| Chhota Udepur | 391165 |
| Dahod | 389151 |
| Dangs (Ahwa) | 394730 |
| Devbhoomi Dwarka (Khamdhrol) | 361335 |
| Gandhinagar | 382010 |
| Gir Somnath (Veraval) | 362265 |
| Jamnagar | 361001 |
| Junagadh | 362001 |
| Kutch (Bhuj) | 370001 | Kheda (Nadiad) | 387001 |
| Mahisagar (Lunavada) | 389230 |
| Mehsana | 384001 |
| Morbi | 363641 |
| Narmada (Rajpipla) | 393145 |
| Navsari | 396445 |
| Panchmahal (Godhra) | 389001 |
| Patan | 384265 |
| Porbandar | 360575 |
| Rajkot | 360001 |
| Sabarkantha (Himmatnagar) | 383001 |
| Surat (City) | 395001 |
| Surendranagar (Wadhwan) | 363001 |
| Tapi (Vyara) | 394650 |
| Vadodara (City) | 390001 | Valsad | 396001 |
Common mistakes people make with Gujarat PIN codes
Based on real courier logs and my own costly errors, here are the top 7 mistakes:
- Using 380001 for any Ahmedabad address – this only works for the central GPO area.
- Confusing 395001 (Surat GPO) with 394210 (Udhna) – they are only 8 km apart but have completely different delivery networks.
- Writing 382010 for Gandhinagar but forgetting the sector number – Gandhinagar has many sub-PIN codes for each sector (e.g., 382007 for Sector 7).
- Using Rajkot's 360001 for Kalawad Road deliveries – Kalawad Road needs 360002.
- Assuming that all of Kutch uses 370001 – Mundra Port has its own code 370401, Gandhidham uses 370201.
- Forgetting that Anand and Vasad are different – Anand is 388001, Vasad is 388306.
- Using old PIN codes from pre-2010 lists – some villages in Gujarat have merged or changed names, hence new PIN codes.
How to find any Gujarat PIN code in under 10 seconds
I honestly got tired of manually checking lists for every new area. That's why I built this tool:
- Step 1: Go to our homepage search box.
- Step 2: Type the area name – for example, "Udhna" or "Vastrapur" or "Gift City Gandhinagar".
- Step 3: The system shows the exact post office name, delivery status, PIN code, and a Google Maps link.
- Step 4: Click the map to see the exact location – I do this for every new customer address.
Frequently asked questions about Gujarat PIN codes (from real users)
Q1: What is the PIN code for the GIDC area in Ahmedabad?
There are multiple GIDCs. Ahmedabad GIDC (Naroda) uses 382330. Sanand GIDC uses 382110. Vatva GIDC uses 382445. Always check.
Q2: I need to send a parcel to Surat's Udhna textile market. Which code?
394210. Do not use 395001 even if the website says "Surat".
Q3: What is the PIN code for Statue of Unity area?
Statue of Unity is near Kevadiya. PIN code is 393151 (Garudeshwar).
Q4: I run an e-commerce store. What's the most common mistake you have seen?
People using the city's main GPO code for industrial estates. Example: using 390001 for Vadodara's Manjalpur industrial area – Manjalpur needs 390011.
Q5: Are PIN codes for Gandhinagar sectors all the same?
No. Each sector in Gandhinagar has a unique PIN. For example, Sector 1-4 may share 382010, but Sector 7 uses 382007. Always ask the recipient for their exact sector.
Conclusion – ship to Gujarat without fear
Gujarat is the engine of India's trade, and its postal system is robust but unforgiving if you use the wrong PIN code. I have learned this the hard way – multiple times. This guide compiles everything I wish I knew before I started shipping to this vibrant state. Whether you are a small handicraft seller, a textile distributor, or a student sending a care package to a friend in Rajkot, double-check the PIN code. Bookmark this page, use our search tool, and never lose a shipment to a silly PIN code error again.
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