Arki Postal Codes, Solan, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh India

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Arki, located in Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, Solan, India. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Arki to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Arki on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Arki sub-districts in India. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Arki

Key Facts

Arki is a town and a nagar panchayat located in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India. Situated approximately 52 kilometers southwest of the state capital Shimla, Arki occupies a strategic position in the lower Himalayan ranges at an elevation of around 1,050 meters above sea level. The town serves as the administrative headquarters of Arki tehsil and covers an area of approximately 2.5 square kilometers, with a population of around 3,500 residents according to recent estimates. Arki is historically significant as the former capital of the princely state of Baghal, ruled by the Rana dynasty, and is renowned for its magnificent Arki Fort, built between 1695 and 1700, which showcases a unique blend of Mughal and Rajput architectural styles. The region is divided into several wards for administrative purposes and falls within the Solan parliamentary constituency. The local economy is primarily agrarian, with apple orchards and vegetable cultivation being prominent, while tourism centered around the historic fort and surrounding natural beauty provides additional livelihood opportunities. For detailed postal code information and administrative subdivisions within Arki, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-specific queries.

Neighboring Regions

* Kandaghat

* Darlaghat

* Nalagarh

* Baddi