Rampur Bushahr Head Office — Pincode 172001
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 172001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 172001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dansa Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Shingla Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Khaneri Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Lailon Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Khamadi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Tunan Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kullu |
| Duttnagar Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Kungal Balti Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Rampur Bushahr Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Luhri Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kullu |
| Barach Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Surad Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Nirth Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Padam Nagar Sub Office Shimla | PO | — | Shimla |
| Sholi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Thaili Chakti Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
| Poshna Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Kullu |
| Naula Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Shimla |
🔢 How Pincode 172001 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 (17) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Uttar Pradesh (West) begin with 17.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 172 routes mail to the sorting office serving Shimla in Himachal Pradesh.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Rampur Bushahr Head Office in Shimla.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Rampur Bushahr Head Office?
The pincode for Rampur Bushahr Head Office is 172001. It is a HO located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 172001?
There are 18 post offices operating under pincode 172001 in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 172001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 172001 through Rampur Bushahr Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 172001 belong to?
Pincode 172001 is located in Shimla district in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It falls under the Himachal Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 172001 in?
Pincode 172001 falls in Zone 1 — Northern India. The sub-zone prefix 17 corresponds to Uttar Pradesh (West).
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 172001 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.