Patiala Head Office — Pincode 147001
Patiala, Punjab
📍 Location Map — Pincode 147001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 147001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Lines Patiala Sub Office | PO | — | Patiala |
| Ragho Majra Patiala Sub Office | PO | — | Patiala |
| Law Court Sub Office | PO | — | Patiala |
| Patiala City Sub Office | PO | — | Patiala |
| Sheran Wala Gate Patiala Sub Office | PO | — | Patiala |
| Patiala Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Patiala |
| Jaurian Bhattian Sub Office | PO | — | Patiala |
| Bahera Road Patiala Sub Office | PO | — | Patiala |
| Nsnis Patiala Sub Office | PO | — | Patiala |
🔢 How Pincode 147001 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 147 routes mail to the sorting office serving Patiala in Punjab.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Patiala Head Office in Patiala.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Patiala Head Office?
The pincode for Patiala Head Office is 147001. It is a HO located in Patiala, Punjab.
How many post offices are in pincode 147001?
There are 9 post offices operating under pincode 147001 in Patiala, Punjab.
Is delivery available at pincode 147001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 147001 through Patiala Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 147001 belong to?
Pincode 147001 is located in Patiala district in the state of Punjab. It falls under the Punjab postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 147001 in?
Pincode 147001 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 147001 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.