Railway Road Rishikesh So — Pincode 249201
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
📍 Location Map — Pincode 249201
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 249201
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Road Rishikesh So | PO | — | Dehradun |
| Rishikesh So | PO | ✓ Yes | Dehradun |
🔢 How Pincode 249201 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 249 routes mail to the sorting office serving Dehradun in Uttarakhand.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 20 identifies the specific delivery area within Dehradun.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Railway Road Rishikesh So in Dehradun.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Railway Road Rishikesh So?
The pincode for Railway Road Rishikesh So is 249201. It is a PO located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
How many post offices are in pincode 249201?
There are 2 post offices operating under pincode 249201 in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Is delivery available at pincode 249201?
Delivery status varies by office under pincode 249201. Please check with the specific post office for delivery availability.
Which district does pincode 249201 belong to?
Pincode 249201 is located in Dehradun district in the state of Uttarakhand. It falls under the Uttarakhand postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 249201 in?
Pincode 249201 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 249201 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.