Area Code 2364 – Deogad, Maharashtra

Overview of Area Code 2364

Area code 2364 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Indian numbering plan, assigned to the Deogad region in the state of Maharashtra. This code is part of the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) infrastructure and is used for fixed-line (landline) services. The administrative jurisdiction falls under the Maharashtra telecom circle, and the code serves the town of Deogad and its surrounding areas, including nearby villages and talukas.

Geographic Coverage and Dialing Formats

The 2364 area code covers the coastal region of Sindhudurg district, with Deogad as the primary city. Other localities within this NDC may include parts of the Kankavli and Malvan tehsils, though the exact boundaries are defined by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). For callers within India, the local dialing format for numbers within the same STD code is typically the 7-digit subscriber number alone. However, for calls from other cities or mobile phones, the full national format is required: 0-2364-XXXXXXX (where X denotes the subscriber number). Internationally, callers must use the country code for India, followed by the area code without the leading zero: +91-2364-XXXXXXX.

Example Call Scenarios

To illustrate, consider a landline number in Deogad with the subscriber number 1234567. A local call within Deogad would simply dial 1234567. A caller from Mumbai would dial 022-2364-1234567 (including the trunk prefix 0). An international caller from the United States would dial 011-91-2364-1234567 (or +91-2364-1234567 from a mobile phone).

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest DoT updates, there is no overlay code for 2364; the region continues to use a 7-digit subscriber numbering within the NDC. However, with the proliferation of mobile services and VoIP, fixed-line usage has declined, but the code remains active for businesses and residential users. Callers should note that while mobile numbers in India are 10 digits and begin with 6, 7, 8, or 9, landline numbers under 2364 are typically 7 digits after the area code, making them distinct in format.

Instructions for Callers

For local callers within India: Always use the trunk prefix '0' when dialing from a different STD code area. For international callers: Replace the trunk prefix with the +91 country code. Ensure you have the correct subscriber number, as landline numbers may be listed in directories with or without the area code. For any assistance, contact your telecom service provider.