Ail Branch Office — Pincode 176316
Chamba, Himachal Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 176316
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 176316
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ail Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Ganed Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Sanwal Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Seikothi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Thaneikothi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Bhodas Mangli Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Ghulei Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Tissa Branch Office | BO | — | Chamba |
| Devikothi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Jhajjakothi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Bhanjraru Tissa | PO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Bairagarh Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Bonderi Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Tarella Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Dehgram Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Jungra Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
| Khushnagari Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Chamba |
🔢 How Pincode 176316 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 176 routes mail to the sorting office serving Chamba in Himachal Pradesh.
Route 31 identifies the specific delivery area within Chamba.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 6 designates Ail Branch Office in Chamba.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Ail Branch Office?
The pincode for Ail Branch Office is 176316. It is a BO located in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 176316?
There are 17 post offices operating under pincode 176316 in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 176316?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 176316 through Ail Branch Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 176316 belong to?
Pincode 176316 is located in Chamba district in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It falls under the Himachal Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 176316 in?
Pincode 176316 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 176316 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.