Durg Head Office — Pincode 491001
Durg, Chhattisgarh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 491001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 491001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borai Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Borsi Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
| Hirri Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Bhendsar Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Durg Kutchery Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
| Anjora Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Chicha Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Nagpura Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Pisegaon Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Purda Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Tumakala Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Durg R S Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
| Malvia Nagar Durg Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
| Padmanabhpur Durg Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
| Pulgaon Durg Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
| Hanoda Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Jeora Sirsa Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Litia Semaria Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Nandkatti Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Durg Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Nawagaon Purda Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Rasmara Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Temri Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Bori Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Durg |
| Durg Sadar Bazar Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
| Kasaridih Durg Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
| Mohan Nagar Durg Sub Office | PO | — | Durg |
🔢 How Pincode 491001 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 4 covers Maharashtra, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh.
The first two digits together (49) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Chhattisgarh / Goa begin with 49.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 491 routes mail to the sorting office serving Durg in Chhattisgarh.
Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Durg Head Office in Durg.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Durg Head Office?
The pincode for Durg Head Office is 491001. It is a HO located in Durg, Chhattisgarh.
How many post offices are in pincode 491001?
There are 27 post offices operating under pincode 491001 in Durg, Chhattisgarh.
Is delivery available at pincode 491001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 491001 through Durg Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 491001 belong to?
Pincode 491001 is located in Durg district in the state of Chhattisgarh. It falls under the Chattisgarh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 491001 in?
Pincode 491001 falls in Zone 4 — Western & Central India. The sub-zone prefix 49 corresponds to Chhattisgarh / Goa.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 491001 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.