Nainital Head Office — Pincode 263001
Nainital, Uttarakhand
📍 Location Map — Pincode 263001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 263001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khurpatal Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Nainital |
| Nainital Kutchert Nainital Sub Office | PO | — | Nainital |
| Tallital Sub Office | PO | — | Nainital |
| Nalni Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Nainital |
| Pangoot Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Nainital |
| Nainital Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Nainital |
| High Court Sub Office Nainital | PO | — | Nainital |
| Manorapeak Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Nainital |
| Kumaon University Nainital Sub Office | PO | — | Nainital |
🔢 How Pincode 263001 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 (26) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Uttar Pradesh begin with 26.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 263 routes mail to the sorting office serving Nainital in Uttarakhand.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Nainital Head Office in Nainital.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Nainital Head Office?
The pincode for Nainital Head Office is 263001. It is a HO located in Nainital, Uttarakhand.
How many post offices are in pincode 263001?
There are 9 post offices operating under pincode 263001 in Nainital, Uttarakhand.
Is delivery available at pincode 263001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 263001 through Nainital Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 263001 belong to?
Pincode 263001 is located in Nainital district in the state of Uttarakhand. It falls under the Uttarakhand postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 263001 in?
Pincode 263001 falls in Zone 2 — Northern India. The sub-zone prefix 26 corresponds to Uttar Pradesh.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 263001 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.