Varanasi Cantt Ho — Pincode 221002
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 221002
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 221002
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardely Bazar So | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Drmo So | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Varanasi Cantt Ho | HO | ✓ Yes | Varanasi |
| Khajuri So Varanasi | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Telibagh So | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Up Collage So | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Jawahar Nagar So Varanasi | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Kashi Vidhya Pith So | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Svv So | PO | — | Varanasi |
| Vsi Kutchhery So | PO | — | Varanasi |
| 39 Gtd So | PO | — | Varanasi |
🔢 How Pincode 221002 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.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 2 designates Varanasi Cantt Ho in Varanasi.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Varanasi Cantt Ho?
The pincode for Varanasi Cantt Ho is 221002. It is a HO located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 221002?
There are 11 post offices operating under pincode 221002 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 221002?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 221002 through Varanasi Cantt Ho and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 221002 belong to?
Pincode 221002 is located in Varanasi district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It falls under the Uttar Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 221002 in?
Pincode 221002 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 221002 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.