Area Code 2342 – Islampur, Maharashtra
The phone area code for Islampur, Maharashtra is 2342 (international format +912342). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 2342
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📍 Geographic Location of Islampur, Maharashtra
Geographic Overview
The +91 2342 area code is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to Islampur, a town in the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) under the ITU-T E.164 standard. The region encompasses Islampur and its surrounding rural areas, including nearby villages and towns such as Walwa, Ashta, and parts of the Krishna River valley. The code serves both wireline (PSTN) and fixed wireless services, with local exchanges operated by BSNL and private operators.
Dialing Formats
For callers within India, the local dialing format is 02342-XXXXXX (when calling from another STD area) or simply XXXXXX for calls within the same local area. Internationally, callers must use +91 2342 XXXXXX, where +91 is the country code for India. The subscriber number length is typically six digits, making the total international number length 11 digits (excluding the +).
Administrative and Jurisdictional Details
Islampur is a municipal council and a major commercial hub in the Sangli district. The area code 2342 is part of the Pune telecom district, which manages numbering resources for the region. The jurisdiction includes the talukas of Walwa and parts of Shirala, covering a population of approximately 300,000. The region is known for its agricultural economy, particularly sugarcane and grape cultivation, and has seen moderate growth in fixed-line and broadband services.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
Currently, there is no overlay code for 2342, meaning the area code is exclusively used for this geographic region. However, as part of India's telecom expansion, the DoT has implemented a unified numbering plan for mobile services, but fixed-line numbers remain geographic. Callers should note that when dialing from a mobile phone within India, the STD code 02342 is required even if the caller is in the same city, unless the number is a local call from a landline in the same exchange area.
Caller Instructions
For local callers within the Islampur area, dial the six-digit subscriber number directly. For callers from other parts of India, dial 02342 followed by the subscriber number. International callers should dial their country's exit code (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries), then India's country code +91, then 2342 and the subscriber number. For example, to call a number in Islampur from the US, dial 011 91 2342 XXXXXX. It is advisable to check with your service provider for any additional charges, as international rates apply.