Area Code 257 – Jalgaon, Maharashtra
The phone area code for Jalgaon, Maharashtra is 257 (international format +91257). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 257
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📍 Geographic Location of Jalgaon, Maharashtra
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
The area code +91 257 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Jalgaon district in the state of Maharashtra, India. This code covers the city of Jalgaon and its surrounding administrative areas, including towns such as Bhusawal, Chopda, Yawal, and Raver. The region falls under the Jalgaon district administration and is part of the Khandesh region in North Maharashtra.
Dialing Formats and Number Structure
Within India, calls to landlines in Jalgaon require dialing the trunk prefix 0, followed by the area code 257, and then the subscriber number. The complete local number format is 0-257-XXXXXXX, where the subscriber number typically consists of 7 digits. For international callers, the format is +91 257 XXXXXXX (or +91-257-XXXXXXX). It is important to note that the leading 0 is only used for domestic calls and must be omitted when dialing from outside India.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within Jalgaon): For calls to another landline in the same STD code area, dial only the 7-digit subscriber number. However, if you are calling from a mobile phone, it is common practice to dial the full number with the area code (0-257-XXXXXXX) to ensure proper routing.
- Domestic callers (outside Jalgaon): Dial 0-257-XXXXXXX from any landline or mobile phone within India.
- International callers: Dial your country's international access code (e.g., 00 or 011), then India's country code 91, followed by the area code 257 and the subscriber number: +91 257 XXXXXXX.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest ITU-T and Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) guidelines, the Jalgaon area code does not have an overlay code. The 10-digit numbering plan (including the NDC) is strictly followed, and the subscriber number length is fixed. No changes to the dialing format have been announced, but users should always verify with their service provider for any updates.
Network and Services
The Jalgaon region is served by both state-owned BSNL and private operators such as Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea for fixed-line services. The area code is exclusively used for PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) landlines. VoIP services may use this code for number presentation, but the routing is based on the geographic location of the subscriber. For emergency services, dial 100 (police), 101 (fire), and 102 (ambulance) regardless of the area code.