Haridwar So — Pincode 249401
Haridwar, Uttarakhand
📍 Location Map — Pincode 249401
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 249401
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haridwar So | PO | ✓ Yes | Haridwar |
🔢 How Pincode 249401 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 Haridwar in Uttarakhand.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 40 identifies the specific delivery area within Haridwar.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Haridwar So in Haridwar.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Haridwar So?
The pincode for Haridwar So is 249401. It is a PO located in Haridwar, Uttarakhand.
How many post offices are in pincode 249401?
There is 1 post office operating under pincode 249401 in Haridwar, Uttarakhand.
Is delivery available at pincode 249401?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 249401 through Haridwar So and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 249401 belong to?
Pincode 249401 is located in Haridwar district in the state of Uttarakhand. It falls under the Uttarakhand postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 249401 in?
Pincode 249401 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 249401 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.