Bakaruma Bo — Pincode 496118
Raigarh, Chhattisgarh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 496118
Shaded area shows approximate coverage. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 496118
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakaruma Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Pakargaon Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Kapu Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Kilkila Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Kumarta Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Tildega Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Pathalgaon So | PO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Bairagi Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Tamta Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Vijaynagar Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Palidih Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Saskoba Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Sukrapara Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Sureshpur Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Bhalupakhana Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Dahidand Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Diwanpur Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Gharjiabandhan Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Karmitikra Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Jashpur |
| Raimer Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Sonpur Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
| Supkalo Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Raigarh |
🔢 How Pincode 496118 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 496 routes mail to the sorting office serving Raigarh in Chhattisgarh.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 11 identifies the specific delivery area within Raigarh.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 8 designates Bakaruma Bo in Raigarh.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Bakaruma Bo?
The pincode for Bakaruma Bo is 496118. It is a BO located in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh.
How many post offices are in pincode 496118?
There are 22 post offices operating under pincode 496118 in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh.
Is delivery available at pincode 496118?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 496118 through Bakaruma Bo and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 496118 belong to?
Pincode 496118 is located in Raigarh district in the state of Chhattisgarh. It falls under the Chattisgarh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 496118 in?
Pincode 496118 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 496118 is served by a BO.
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.