Ain Branch Office — Pincode 226401
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 226401
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 226401
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ain Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Benti Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Aurawan Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Harauni Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Neewan Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Rahimnagar Padiyana Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Tirwa Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Bani Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Bhatgaon Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Garhi Chunauti Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
| Banthara Sub Office Lucknow | PO | ✓ Yes | Lucknow |
🔢 How Pincode 226401 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 40 identifies the specific delivery area within Lucknow.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Ain Branch Office in Lucknow.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Ain Branch Office?
The pincode for Ain Branch Office is 226401. It is a BO located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 226401?
There are 11 post offices operating under pincode 226401 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 226401?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 226401 through Ain Branch Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 226401 belong to?
Pincode 226401 is located in Lucknow district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It falls under the Uttar Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 226401 in?
Pincode 226401 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 226401 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.