Area Code 2453 – Gangakhed, Maharashtra

Overview of Area Code 2453

Area code 2453 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) within the Indian numbering plan, assigned to the Gangakhed 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 for this numbering area falls under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, and the telecom service provider operating in this region is primarily Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), though private operators may also provide fixed-line services in some areas.

Geographic Coverage and Primary Cities

The 2453 area code covers Gangakhed and its surrounding towns and villages in the Parbhani district of the Marathwada region. Gangakhed is a municipal council and a tehsil headquarters, situated on the banks of the Godavari River. The code serves a predominantly agricultural area, with nearby towns including Parbhani, Purna, and Jintur being accessible via other area codes. The primary exchanges are located in Gangakhed town, and the coverage extends to rural areas within the tehsil.

Dialing Formats and Instructions

For callers within India, the local dialing format for a fixed-line number in Gangakhed is 0 2453 XXXX XXX (where X represents the subscriber number, typically 7 digits). For example, a local call within the same STD code area would be placed by dialing only the 7-digit subscriber number. However, for calls from other cities or states within India, callers must prefix the area code with the trunk prefix '0', resulting in 02453-XXXXXXX.

For international callers, the format is +91 2453 XXXXXXX. For instance, to call a fixed line in Gangakhed from the United States, one would dial: +91 2453 1234567 (using a hypothetical subscriber number). It is important to note that the leading '0' is not included when dialing from abroad; instead, the country code +91 is used.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest updates, there is no overlay code for the 2453 area. The subscriber numbers are typically 7 digits long, making the total length of a national significant number (NSN) 10 digits (including the area code). This is consistent with the Indian numbering plan. No special dialing restrictions apply, but users should verify the exact subscriber number length with their service provider, as some older lines may have fewer digits.

Caller Instructions

• Local callers (within Gangakhed): Dial only the 7-digit subscriber number.
• Domestic long-distance callers (outside Gangakhed): Dial 0-2453-XXXXXXX.
• International callers: Dial your country's exit code, then 91-2453-XXXXXXX.

For any assistance, contact your local telecom operator or refer to the official DoT guidelines.