Amritsar General Post Office — Pincode 143001
Amritsar, Punjab
📍 Location Map — Pincode 143001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 143001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durgiana Mandir Sub Office | PO | — | Amritsar |
| Medical College Sub Office Amritsar | PO | — | Amritsar |
| Kangra Colony Sub Office | PO | — | Amritsar |
| Amritsar General Post Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Amritsar |
| Chowk Rattan Singh Sub Office | PO | — | Amritsar |
| Hide Market Sub Office | PO | — | Amritsar |
| Lawrence Road Sub Office | PO | — | Amritsar |
| Nawan Kot Sub Office | PO | — | Amritsar |
| Amritsar Kty Sub Office | PO | — | Amritsar |
| Vijaya Nagar Sub Office | PO | — | Amritsar |
🔢 How Pincode 143001 is Constructed
Every Indian PIN (Postal Index Number) code is a 6-digit number. Each digit group encodes geographic and administrative information about the delivery area.
The first digit identifies one of India's 9 postal zones. Zone 1 covers Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, HP, J&K, UP, Uttarakhand, Chandigarh.
The first two digits together (14) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Himachal Pradesh begin with 14.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 143 routes mail to the sorting office serving Amritsar in Punjab.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Amritsar General Post Office in Amritsar.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Amritsar General Post Office?
The pincode for Amritsar General Post Office is 143001. It is a HO located in Amritsar, Punjab.
How many post offices are in pincode 143001?
There are 10 post offices operating under pincode 143001 in Amritsar, Punjab.
Is delivery available at pincode 143001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 143001 through Amritsar General Post Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 143001 belong to?
Pincode 143001 is located in Amritsar district in the state of Punjab. It falls under the Punjab postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 143001 in?
Pincode 143001 falls in Zone 1 — Northern India. The sub-zone prefix 14 corresponds to Himachal Pradesh.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 143001 is served by a HO.
The primary administrative hub for a postal division, overseeing all sub-offices and branch offices in its area.
The chief post office of a major city or state, handling the largest mail volume and often housing the Postmaster General.
Operates under an HPO, providing all standard postal services in urban and semi-urban areas.
The smallest tier, typically in rural areas. India has over 130,000 branch offices — the largest postal network in the world.