Lucknow General Post Office — Pincode 226001
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 226001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 226001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secretariat Sub Office Lucknow | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Lucknow General Post Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Lalbagh Sub Office Lucknow | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Cpmg Campus Sub Office | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Old High Court Campus Sub Office | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Canal Colony Sub Office | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Ndc Lucknow General Post Office | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Darul Safa Sub Office | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Gokhley Marg Sub Office | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Ap Sabha Sub Office | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Jawahar Bhawan Sub Office | PO | — | Lucknow |
🔢 How Pincode 226001 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 226 routes mail to the sorting office serving Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Lucknow General Post Office in Lucknow.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Lucknow General Post Office?
The pincode for Lucknow General Post Office is 226001. It is a HO located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 226001?
There are 11 post offices operating under pincode 226001 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 226001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 226001 through Lucknow General Post Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 226001 belong to?
Pincode 226001 is located in Lucknow district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It falls under the Uttar Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 226001 in?
Pincode 226001 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 226001 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.