Use this page as a one-stop reference for everything related to HDFC Bank's PINDARA branch in PINDARA, UTTAR PRADESH. The branch's IFSC code HDFC0009138 is the key identifier you need whenever a remitter, employer or biller asks for a bank routing number to send funds to an account held at this branch. We have also included the branch's postal address, telephone number, banking hours, common services, and an extensive FAQ block that should answer almost every question that comes up when you are about to add this branch as a beneficiary in your net-banking app for the first time.
IFSC stands for Indian Financial System Code. It is an 11-character code that pinpoints a particular bank branch on the RBI's real-time payment rails. Every NEFT, RTGS or IMPS instruction must carry the destination branch's IFSC for the credit to land in the correct account.
In our case, HDFC0009138 is the IFSC of HDFC Bank's PINDARA branch. The format is fixed: HDFC = bank code, 0 = reserved, 009138 = branch identifier.
Branch details at a glance
| Bank Name | HDFC Bank |
|---|---|
| Branch | Pindara |
| IFSC Code | HDFC0009138 |
| MICR Code | Refer to cheque leaf |
| Branch Address | HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR KHASARA NO 2386 KHA 2408 2674 2873 VILLAGE PINDARA PARGANA KOL ASALA VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221206 |
| City | Pindara |
| District | Varanasi |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| STD Code | 91 |
| Phone | 9935903333 |
About HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank operates a wide network of branches across India, including the Pindara branch in Pindara. Each branch is enabled for NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and core banking, allowing customers to send and receive money anywhere in the country using a unique IFSC – in this case, HDFC0009138.
About the Pindara branch
The Pindara branch of HDFC Bank is situated at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR KHASARA NO 2386 KHA 2408 2674 2873 VILLAGE PINDARA PARGANA KOL ASALA VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221206. Customers visiting this branch can complete cash deposits, withdrawals, demand draft requests, cheque clearing, passbook updates and KYC formalities. For online transactions to or from this branch, the IFSC code HDFC0009138 is used.
Why every HDFC Bank branch has a unique IFSC
Before electronic settlement systems went live in India, money transfers between banks relied heavily on demand drafts, mail transfers and telegraphic transfers. These older instruments routinely took days to clear and were prone to misrouting because there was no single machine-readable identifier for a branch. The Reserve Bank of India solved this by issuing each participating branch — including PINDARA of HDFC Bank — its own 11-character IFSC. The code HDFC0009138 is therefore not just an internal reference; it is the digital postcode that lets the RBI's NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails route funds straight to the right branch ledger without any human intervention.
Today, almost every salary credit, vendor payment, refund and EMI deduction in the country flows through this network, which is exactly why a correct IFSC matters so much. A wrong character can either bounce the transfer or send it to the wrong branch, and reversing such a credit is a manual, time-consuming process. Treat IFSC HDFC0009138 the same way you would treat your account number — verify it once and save it carefully for future use.
How to transfer money using IFSC HDFC0009138
Online transfers in India are powered by three major channels — NEFT, RTGS and IMPS — and each one requires a destination IFSC. Below is a quick guide for using IFSC HDFC0009138 across all three.
NEFT to HDFC Bank, PINDARA using IFSC HDFC0009138
National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.
To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC HDFC0009138, and confirm that the system picks up HDFC Bank – PINDARA. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.
Real-Time Gross Settlement to PINDARA
If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at HDFC Bank's PINDARA branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC HDFC0009138 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.
IMPS to HDFC Bank PINDARA (IFSC HDFC0009138)
IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC HDFC0009138 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the PINDARA branch account within seconds.
NEFT vs RTGS vs IMPS — which one should you use?
All three modes accept the IFSC HDFC0009138 for HDFC Bank – PINDARA, but they differ in speed, minimum amount and use case. The table below summarises the differences so you can pick the right channel for the situation at hand.
| Parameter | NEFT | RTGS | IMPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum amount | ₹1 | ₹2,00,000 | ₹1 |
| Maximum amount | No RBI cap | No RBI cap | ₹5,00,000 |
| Settlement | Half-hourly batches | Real-time | Real-time |
| Availability | 24x7 | 24x7 | 24x7 |
| Best for | Routine transfers | High-value transfers | Urgent small / mid transfers |
| IFSC required | Yes – HDFC0009138 | Yes – HDFC0009138 | Yes – HDFC0009138 |
For most retail customers crediting the Pindara branch, NEFT or IMPS will be the quickest and most economical option. RTGS comes in for one-off, high-value movements such as property purchases, vendor settlements or large gifts.
UPI payments and IFSC HDFC0009138
UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has become the default way for individuals to send money in India. While most UPI transactions are addressed using a Virtual Payment Address (VPA) like name@bank, the underlying account at HDFC Bank – PINDARA is still mapped to IFSC HDFC0009138. When a customer links a savings or current account to a UPI app for the first time, the app silently looks up this IFSC against the account number to verify the account exists. The VPA acts as a friendly alias on top of the same plumbing.
If a UPI transfer to or from this branch fails, the most common reasons are an inactive UPI handle, a daily limit breach or a temporary outage at one of the participating banks — not the IFSC. You can always fall back to NEFT or IMPS using the IFSC HDFC0009138 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.
Account types you can open at the Pindara branch
Once you have an account at HDFC Bank – PINDARA, the IFSC HDFC0009138 stays the same regardless of the type of account you hold. The branch typically supports the following options:
- Savings account — for individuals, with chequebook, ATM card and net-banking access.
- Current account — for sole proprietors, partnerships and companies that need higher transaction volumes.
- Salary account — opened in bulk for corporate employees, often with zero-balance benefits.
- NRE / NRO accounts — for non-resident Indians who want to repatriate or maintain rupee balances in India.
- Fixed deposit and recurring deposit — term-based investment accounts with quarterly or cumulative interest.
- Senior citizen accounts — concessional minimum balance and a small interest rate premium on FDs.
- Minor and student accounts — operated jointly with a guardian until the customer turns 18.
Eligibility, minimum balance and KYC requirements vary by product. Speak to a relationship officer at the branch for the latest schedule of charges and interest rates.
Banking services available
The Pindara branch typically offers the following services. Specific products may vary by branch size; please confirm with the branch on 91-9935903333.
- Savings, current and salary accounts
- Fixed deposits and recurring deposits
- Personal, vehicle and home loans
- Demat and investment products (where supported)
- Internet banking and mobile banking enrolment
- Debit and credit card issuance
- Locker facilities (subject to availability)
- Foreign exchange services (at authorised branches)
- Bill payments, demand drafts and pay orders
- NEFT / RTGS / IMPS / UPI fund transfers using IFSC HDFC0009138
MICR code & cheque clearing
Apart from IFSC, every cheque book issued by HDFC Bank carries a 9-digit MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) code that is read by cheque-sorting machines. The MICR code, the IFSC HDFC0009138 and the account number together uniquely identify the Pindara branch and your account. The MICR for this branch is printed at the bottom of your cheque leaves.
Digital banking channels
Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Pindara branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC HDFC0009138 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.
Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC HDFC0009138
An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to HDFC Bank – PINDARA, double-check for these issues:
- Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit
0, not the letter O. Read carefully. - Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters:
HDFC0009138. - Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
- Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
- Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.
How to reach the Pindara branch
The branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR KHASARA NO 2386 KHA 2408 2674 2873 VILLAGE PINDARA PARGANA KOL ASALA VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221206, which puts it inside Pindara, the broader Varanasi district, and the state of Uttar Pradesh. To plan your visit:
- Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “HDFC Bank Pindara branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC HDFC0009138 should appear at the top of the results.
- Confirm the branch is open by calling 91-9935903333 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
- Carry photo ID and any account-related documents you may need for the transaction you plan to do.
Most banking work — passbook updates, fund transfers, statement downloads — can also be completed online without visiting the branch in person, as long as you know the IFSC HDFC0009138 and your account number.
Verifying IFSC HDFC0009138 from official sources
The IFSC listed on this page is sourced from the RBI's master list and validated against the bank's branch directory. To double-check before transferring large sums, you can also confirm HDFC0009138 by:
- Looking at the cheque leaf – IFSC is printed near the MICR band.
- Opening the passbook's first page.
- Calling the branch directly on 91-9935903333.
- Visiting the bank's official branch locator page.
Branch banking hours and holidays
Indian bank branches typically operate from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on working Saturdays (usually the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays). The Pindara branch is closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays and on national or regional bank holidays. Online channels using IFSC HDFC0009138, however, work 24x7.
Branch address & contact
HDFC BankPindara Branch
HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR KHASARA NO 2386 KHA 2408 2674 2873 VILLAGE PINDARA PARGANA KOL ASALA VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221206
Pindara, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: 91-9935903333
IFSC: HDFC0009138
Frequently asked questions
Where is HDFC Bank Pindara branch located?
HDFC Bank's Pindara branch is located at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR KHASARA NO 2386 KHA 2408 2674 2873 VILLAGE PINDARA PARGANA KOL ASALA VARANASI UTTAR PRADESH 221206, Pindara, Uttar Pradesh.
Can I use IFSC HDFC0009138 for IMPS transfers?
Yes. IMPS works 24x7 and you only need the beneficiary's account number plus IFSC HDFC0009138 to send funds instantly.
Is IFSC HDFC0009138 valid for NEFT and RTGS?
Yes. IFSC HDFC0009138 is valid for all RBI-supported electronic transfer channels including NEFT, RTGS and IMPS.
What is the difference between IFSC and MICR code?
IFSC is an 11-character alphanumeric code used for online transfers, while MICR is a 9-digit numeric code printed on cheques and used by cheque-clearing machines. Both identify the Pindara branch but serve different purposes.
What is the phone number of HDFC Bank Pindara branch?
You can reach the branch at 91-9935903333 during regular banking hours.
Does HDFC Bank Pindara branch offer locker facilities?
Locker availability depends on branch size and customer demand. Please contact the branch on 91-9935903333 to confirm.
Summary
The IFSC code HDFC0009138 belongs to HDFC Bank's PINDARA branch, located at HDFC BANK LTD GROUND FLOOR KHASARA NO 2386 KHA 2408 2674 2873 VILLAGE PINDARA… in PINDARA, UTTAR PRADESH. Use this code along with the beneficiary's account number for any NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transfer to this branch. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need the branch's banking details.
