Area Code 1382 – Lansdowne/Kotdwara, Uttarakhand
The phone area code for Lansdowne/Kotdwara, Uttarakhand is 1382 (international format +911382). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 1382
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📍 Geographic Location of Lansdowne/Kotdwara, Uttarakhand
Geographic Overview
The +91 1382 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Lansdowne and Kotdwara region in the state of Uttarakhand, India. This code covers the administrative districts of Pauri Garhwal, specifically the towns of Kotdwara, Lansdowne, and surrounding areas. Kotdwara serves as a major gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas, while Lansdowne is a prominent hill station and military cantonment. The region is part of the Garhwal division and falls under the telecom jurisdiction of the Uttarakhand circle.
Dialing Format
For callers within India, the local dialing format requires the trunk prefix '0' followed by the area code and the subscriber number: 0-1382-XXXXXX. For international callers, the format is +91-1382-XXXXXX. The subscriber number length is six digits, making the total length of a local number (including the area code) ten digits, excluding the trunk prefix or country code.
Geographic Allocation and Overlays
This code is a geographic allocation under the National Numbering Plan of India, administered by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). As of the latest updates, there are no overlay codes for this area, meaning the 1382 prefix is exclusively used for fixed-line (PSTN) services in the region. Subscriber numbers are assigned to landline connections, including those used by businesses and government offices.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within the same STD code area): Dial only the six-digit subscriber number.
- National long-distance callers (from other Indian cities): Dial 0-1382-XXXXXX.
- International callers: Dial +91-1382-XXXXXX (replace the '+' with your country's international access code, e.g., '011' from the US or '00' from most European countries).
Network and Services
Fixed-line services in this region are primarily provided by state-owned BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited), along with private operators such as Airtel and Reliance Jio, who offer landline services in select areas. The region is well-connected via fiber-optic networks, supporting high-speed broadband and VoIP services. Mobile services in the area use separate non-geographic prefixes and are not affected by this landline code.
For businesses and residents, the 1382 code is essential for establishing a local presence in Kotdwara and Lansdowne, facilitating communication with customers and government agencies in the region.