PIN Code Details
Check PIN Code of your place and get related post office information. Enter 6 digit PIN code of your known place to get details about post office.
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FAQs
Q.: What is a PIN Code and how is it structured?
A.: PIN Code stands for Postal Index Number. It is a 6-digit code used by India Post to simplify mail delivery. The first digit represents the Region, the second the Sub-region, the third the Sorting District, and the last three digits identify the specific Post Office.
Q.: What is the difference between a Head Office (HO) and a Branch Office (BO)?
A.: A Head Office (HO) is the main administrative office for a group of post offices in a district. a Sub-Office (SO) is a smaller urban office, while a Branch Office (BO) is typically located in rural areas and offers limited postal services under the jurisdiction of a Sub-Office or Head Office.
Q.: How accurate are the PIN code details on this site?
A.: Our PIN Code lookup tool is powered by the official All India Pincode Directory. We frequently update our database to ensure that the mapping between the Pincode, Taluk, District, and State is as accurate as possible for over 150,000 post offices across India.
Q.: Can multiple post offices have the same PIN code?
A.: Yes, it is very common for multiple Branch Offices (BO) or Sub-Offices (SO) within the same geographic sorting district to share the same 6-digit PIN code. However, the specific delivery area is usually identified by the local office name.
Q.: Why is it important to use the correct PIN code for courier services?
A.: Using the correct Postal Code is vital for the automated sorting machines used by India Post and private couriers. An incorrect PIN code can lead to "misrouting," where your package is sent to the wrong city or sorting hub, causing significant delivery delays.