Karuana Branch Office — Pincode 173205
Solan, Himachal Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 173205
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 173205
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karuana Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Solan |
| Baddi Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Solan |
| Bhatoli Kalan Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Solan |
| Thana Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Solan |
| Bhood Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Solan |
| Haripur Sandoli Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Solan |
| Sai Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Solan |
🔢 How Pincode 173205 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 173 routes mail to the sorting office serving Solan in Himachal Pradesh.
Route 20 identifies the specific delivery area within Solan.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 5 designates Karuana Branch Office in Solan.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Karuana Branch Office?
The pincode for Karuana Branch Office is 173205. It is a BO located in Solan, Himachal Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 173205?
There are 7 post offices operating under pincode 173205 in Solan, Himachal Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 173205?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 173205 through Karuana Branch Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 173205 belong to?
Pincode 173205 is located in Solan district in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It falls under the Himachal Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 173205 in?
Pincode 173205 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 173205 is served by a BO.
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.