Varanasi Head Office — Pincode 221001
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 221001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 221001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chetganj Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Kasi Rs Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Sarva Seva Sangh Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Bengalitola Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Hanumanghat Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Mahamandal Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Bunker Market Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Jaitpura Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Ramapura Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Varanasi Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Varanasi |
| Dasaswmedh Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Gaighat Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Hanuman Phathak Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Shivala Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Varanasi City Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Iswargangi Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Kabirchaura Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Kashi Viswnath Mandir Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Kedarghat Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Madanpura Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Rani Bhawani Katra Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Vijay Sirohi Nagar Sub Office | PO | — | Varanasi |
🔢 How Pincode 221001 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 2 covers Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand.
The first two digits together (22) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Uttar Pradesh begin with 22.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 221 routes mail to the sorting office serving Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Varanasi Head Office in Varanasi.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Varanasi Head Office?
The pincode for Varanasi Head Office is 221001. It is a HO located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 221001?
There are 22 post offices operating under pincode 221001 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 221001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 221001 through Varanasi Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 221001 belong to?
Pincode 221001 is located in Varanasi district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It falls under the Uttar Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 221001 in?
Pincode 221001 falls in Zone 2 — Northern India. The sub-zone prefix 22 corresponds to Uttar Pradesh.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 221001 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.