Jalandhar City Head Office — Pincode 144001
Jalandhar, Punjab
📍 Location Map — Pincode 144001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 144001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khurla Branch Office | BO | — | Jalandhar |
| Lajpat Nagar Jalandhar Sub Office | PO | — | Jalandhar |
| Rasta Mohalla Sub Office | PO | — | Jalandhar |
| Wadala Branch Office | BO | — | Jalandhar |
| Fentonganj Sub Office | PO | — | Jalandhar |
| Session Court Sub Office Jalandhar | PO | — | Jalandhar |
| Chogitti Sub Office | PO | — | Jalandhar |
| Shakti Nagar Sub Office Jalandhar | PO | — | Jalandhar |
| Jalandhar City Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Jalandhar |
| Bazar Shahidan Sub Office | PO | — | Jalandhar |
| Railway Road Sub Office Jalandhar | PO | — | Jalandhar |
| S U S Nagar Sub Office | PO | — | Jalandhar |
🔢 How Pincode 144001 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 144 routes mail to the sorting office serving Jalandhar in Punjab.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Jalandhar City Head Office in Jalandhar.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Jalandhar City Head Office?
The pincode for Jalandhar City Head Office is 144001. It is a HO located in Jalandhar, Punjab.
How many post offices are in pincode 144001?
There are 12 post offices operating under pincode 144001 in Jalandhar, Punjab.
Is delivery available at pincode 144001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 144001 through Jalandhar City Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 144001 belong to?
Pincode 144001 is located in Jalandhar district in the state of Punjab. It falls under the Punjab postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 144001 in?
Pincode 144001 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 144001 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.