Old City So — Pincode 243005
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 243005
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 243005
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old City So | PO | — | Bareilly |
| Shyam Ganj So | PO | — | Bareilly |
| Prem Nagar So Bareilly | PO | — | Bareilly |
| Shamat Ganj So | PO | ✓ Yes | Bareilly |
🔢 How Pincode 243005 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 (24) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Uttar Pradesh begin with 24.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 243 routes mail to the sorting office serving Bareilly 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 Old City So in Bareilly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Old City So?
The pincode for Old City So is 243005. It is a PO located in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 243005?
There are 4 post offices operating under pincode 243005 in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 243005?
Delivery status varies by office under pincode 243005. Please check with the specific post office for delivery availability.
Which district does pincode 243005 belong to?
Pincode 243005 is located in Bareilly district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It falls under the Uttar Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 243005 in?
Pincode 243005 falls in Zone 2 — Northern India. The sub-zone prefix 24 corresponds to Uttar Pradesh.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 243005 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.