Area Code 565 – Sheikhupura

Overview of Area Code 565 (Sheikhupura, Pakistan)

Area code 565 is the National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Sheikhupura district in the Punjab province of Pakistan. It is a geographic code within the Pakistani numbering plan, conforming to ITU-T E.164 standards. The code serves the city of Sheikhupura and its surrounding rural areas, including towns such as Muridke, Ferozewala, and Narang Mandi. As a geographic prefix, 565 is tied to the PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) infrastructure, including fixed-line and some fixed-wireless services.

Dialing Formats

For callers within Pakistan, the local dialing format is 0565 followed by the subscriber number. The complete national number is 0565-XXXXXXX (typically 7 digits for the subscriber portion, but may vary). For international callers, the format is +92 565 XXXXXXX (or +92-565-XXXXXXX). Note that the leading 0 is dropped when dialing from abroad.

Examples:

• Local call (from Lahore): 0565-XXXXXXX
• International call (from USA): +92 565 XXXXXXX

Administrative and Jurisdictional Context

Sheikhupura is a major industrial city located northwest of Lahore. The district is part of the Lahore Division and is known for its agricultural output and industrial estates. The 565 code is administered by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and allocated to the incumbent operator, Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), as well as other licensed fixed-line operators. Number portability may allow subscribers to retain their 565 numbers when switching providers, but the geographic significance remains.

Overlay and Numbering Considerations

As of the latest PTA numbering plan, there is no overlay code for Sheikhupura; 565 remains the sole geographic code for the district. However, with the growth of fixed wireless and VoIP services, some numbers may be assigned to non-geographic services, but the prefix itself is designated for geographic use. Callers should be aware that the cost of calling 565 numbers depends on the caller's location and the service provider's tariff structure.

Instructions for Callers

• Local callers (within Pakistan): Dial 0565 + subscriber number. If you are within the same exchange area, you may be able to dial only the subscriber number, but it is safer to use the full national format.
• International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 011 from North America), then 92 (Pakistan's country code), then 565 and the subscriber number. Do not include the leading 0.

For any emergency or directory assistance, use the national services: 1122 for police, 115 for rescue, and 1218 for directory inquiries (may vary by operator).