Mathura Head Office — Pincode 281001
Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 281001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 281001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathura City Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Mathura Jn Rs Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Arya Samaj Road Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Chatta Bazar Sub Office Mathura | PO | — | Mathura |
| Veterinary College Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Chandanban Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Civil Court Sub Office Mathura | PO | — | Mathura |
| Deeg Gate Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Krishna Puri Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Sadar Bazar Sub Office Mathura | PO | — | Mathura |
| Mathura Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Mathura |
| Bharatpur Darwaza Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Lal Darwaza Sub Office Mathura | PO | — | Mathura |
| Mathura Chawk Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
| Roberts Line Sub Office Mathura | PO | — | Mathura |
| Sri Krishna Janam Sthan Sub Office | PO | — | Mathura |
🔢 How Pincode 281001 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 (28) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Uttar Pradesh begin with 28.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 281 routes mail to the sorting office serving Mathura in Uttar Pradesh.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Mathura Head Office in Mathura.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Mathura Head Office?
The pincode for Mathura Head Office is 281001. It is a HO located in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
How many post offices are in pincode 281001?
There are 16 post offices operating under pincode 281001 in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
Is delivery available at pincode 281001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 281001 through Mathura Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 281001 belong to?
Pincode 281001 is located in Mathura district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It falls under the Uttar Pradesh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 281001 in?
Pincode 281001 falls in Zone 2 — Northern India. The sub-zone prefix 28 corresponds to Uttar Pradesh.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 281001 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.