Dehradun Cantt Head Office — Pincode 248003
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
📍 Location Map — Pincode 248003
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 248003
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shigali Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Dehradun |
| Jaintanwala Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Dehradun |
| Anarwala Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Dehradun |
| Sinola Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Dehradun |
| Dakra Sub Office | PO | — | Dehradun |
| Chauki Dhaulas Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Dehradun |
| Dehradun Cantt Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Dehradun |
| Kaulagarh Sub Office | PO | — | Dehradun |
| Telbhawan Sub Office | PO | — | Dehradun |
🔢 How Pincode 248003 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 248 routes mail to the sorting office serving Dehradun in Uttarakhand.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 3 designates Dehradun Cantt Head Office in Dehradun.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Dehradun Cantt Head Office?
The pincode for Dehradun Cantt Head Office is 248003. It is a HO located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
How many post offices are in pincode 248003?
There are 9 post offices operating under pincode 248003 in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Is delivery available at pincode 248003?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 248003 through Dehradun Cantt Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 248003 belong to?
Pincode 248003 is located in Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand. It falls under the Uttarakhand postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 248003 in?
Pincode 248003 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 248003 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.