Even though it is not possible to trace
the number back to the caller, it is possible to trace it to the
location of the caller and also find the network operator. Just have a
look at this page on tracing Indian mobile numbers
from Wikipedia. Using the information provided on this page, it is
possible to certainly trace any mobile number from India and find out
the location (state/city) and network operator (mobile operator) of the
caller.
All you need for this is only the first
4-digit of the mobile number. In this Wiki page you will find all the
mobile number series listed in a nice tabular column where they are
categorized based on mobile operator and the zone (state/city). This
Wiki page is updated regularly so as to provide up-to-date information
on newly added mobile number series and operators. I have used this page
many a time and have never been disappointed.
If you would like to use a simpler
interface where in you can just enter the target mobile number and trace
the desired details, you can try this link from Numbering Plans. Using this link, you can trace any number in the world.
By using the information in this
article, you can only know “where” the call is from and not “who” the
caller is. Only the mobile operator is able to tell you ”who” the caller
is. So, if you are in an emergency and need to find out the actual
person behind the call, I would recommend that you file a complaint and
take the help of police. I hope this information has helped you!
Update:
With the introduction of MNP (Mobile Number Portability) in India, the
results obtained from this method may not be 100% reliable.
