Srikot So — Pincode 246178
Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand
📍 Location Map — Pincode 246178
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 246178
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Srikot So | PO | ✓ Yes | Pauri Garhwal |
🔢 How Pincode 246178 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 246 routes mail to the sorting office serving Pauri Garhwal in Uttarakhand.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 17 identifies the specific delivery area within Pauri Garhwal.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 8 designates Srikot So in Pauri Garhwal.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Srikot So?
The pincode for Srikot So is 246178. It is a PO located in Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
How many post offices are in pincode 246178?
There is 1 post office operating under pincode 246178 in Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
Is delivery available at pincode 246178?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 246178 through Srikot So and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 246178 belong to?
Pincode 246178 is located in Pauri Garhwal district in the state of Uttarakhand. It falls under the Uttarakhand postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 246178 in?
Pincode 246178 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 246178 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.