Alambagh So — Pincode 226005
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 226005
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 226005
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alambagh So | PO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Adarsh Nagar So | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Anand Nagar So | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Barha So | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Singar Nagar So | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Sujanpura So | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Cw Workshop So | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Locomotive Workshop So | PO | — | Lucknow |
| Pawanpuri So Lucknow | PO | — | Lucknow |
🔢 How Pincode 226005 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.
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 5 designates Alambagh So in Lucknow.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Alambagh So?
The pincode for Alambagh So is 226005. It is a PO located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 226005?
There are 9 post offices operating under pincode 226005 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 226005?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 226005 through Alambagh So and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 226005 belong to?
Pincode 226005 is located in Lucknow district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It falls under the Uttar Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 226005 in?
Pincode 226005 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 226005 is served by a PO.
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.