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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a PIN code?
PIN (Postal Index Number) code is a 6-digit code used by India Post to identify specific post offices and delivery areas. It helps in efficient sorting and delivery of mail across India.
How is PIN code structured?
PIN code has 6 digits: First digit represents one of 9 postal zones in India, second and third digits represent a sub-zone or sorting district, and last three digits identify the specific post office or delivery area.
How many PIN codes are in India?
India has over 19,000 unique PIN codes serving more than 165,000 post offices across the country. Each PIN code can serve multiple post offices within a delivery area.
What are the types of post offices in India?
India has three types of post offices: Head Post Office (HO) - main distribution center, Sub Post Office (SO) - secondary distribution point, and Branch Post Office (BO) - serves rural and smaller areas.
What is the difference between delivery and non-delivery post office?
Delivery post offices provide direct mail delivery to addresses in their area. Non-delivery offices are collection points where residents pick up their mail, commonly found in areas with challenging terrain or low population density.
How to find my PIN code?
You can find your PIN code by: 1) Searching by your post office name on this website, 2) Browsing by state and district, 3) Checking any official document or bill sent to your address, 4) Asking at your nearest post office.
Can two areas have the same PIN code?
Yes, multiple localities or areas can share the same PIN code. A single PIN code typically covers all addresses served by a specific delivery post office and its associated branch offices.
Is PIN code same as ZIP code?
PIN code (India) and ZIP code (USA) serve similar purposes - identifying postal delivery areas. However, they have different structures: PIN codes are 6 digits, while ZIP codes are typically 5 or 9 digits.