Area Code 8239 – Killa Saifullah
The phone area code for Killa Saifullah is 8239 (international format +928239). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of Killa Saifullah
Overview of Area Code 8239
Area code 8239 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the Killa Saifullah district in Balochistan, Pakistan. It is part of the national numbering plan under ITU-T E.164, with Pakistan's country calling code +92. The code is used for fixed-line PSTN services within the district, covering the administrative headquarters and surrounding rural areas.
Coverage and Administration
Killa Saifullah is located in the northeastern part of Balochistan, bordering Afghanistan. The district is administratively subdivided into tehsils, including Killa Saifullah, Muslim Bagh, and Loi Band. The area code serves both urban and rural subscribers, with telephone exchanges in the main towns and smaller villages. The code is managed by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and operated primarily by Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), though other licensed fixed-line operators may also provide services.
Dialing Formats
For local callers within Pakistan, the number is dialed as 0-8239-XXXXXX, where the leading zero is the trunk prefix. The subscriber number typically consists of six digits, making the total national significant number (NSN) ten digits when including the leading zero. For international callers, the format is +92-8239-XXXXXX, omitting the trunk prefix. For example, a local call to a number in Killa Saifullah would be dialed as 08239-123456, while an international caller would dial +92 8239 123456.
Overlays and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest PTA updates, there are no overlay codes for Killa Saifullah. The area code is exclusive to the district, and no number portability applies to fixed-line services, meaning the code is tied to the geographic location. Subscribers moving to other areas must obtain a new local number.
Caller Instructions
For callers within Pakistan, always use the trunk prefix 0 before the area code when dialing from outside the local calling area. For international callers, replace the trunk prefix with the country code +92. Ensure you have the correct subscriber number, as fixed-line numbers in Pakistan are typically six digits for this region. For emergency services or directory assistance, use the national numbers (e.g., 15 for police, 1122 for rescue) rather than local codes.