Ishtahari Branch Office — Pincode 182142
Udhampur, Jammu And Kashmir
📍 Location Map — Pincode 182142
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 182142
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ishtahari Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Udhampur |
| Madha Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Udhampur |
| Karlah Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Udhampur |
| Sangote Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Udhampur |
| Kud Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Udhampur |
🔢 How Pincode 182142 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 (18) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Uttarakhand begin with 18.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 182 routes mail to the sorting office serving Udhampur in Jammu And Kashmir.
Route 14 identifies the specific delivery area within Udhampur.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 2 designates Ishtahari Branch Office in Udhampur.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Ishtahari Branch Office?
The pincode for Ishtahari Branch Office is 182142. It is a BO located in Udhampur, Jammu And Kashmir.
How many post offices are in pincode 182142?
There are 5 post offices operating under pincode 182142 in Udhampur, Jammu And Kashmir.
Is delivery available at pincode 182142?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 182142 through Ishtahari Branch Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 182142 belong to?
Pincode 182142 is located in Udhampur district in the state of Jammu And Kashmir. It falls under the Jammu Kashmir postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 182142 in?
Pincode 182142 falls in Zone 1 — Northern India. The sub-zone prefix 18 corresponds to Uttarakhand.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 182142 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.