Ambikapur Ho — Pincode 497001
Surguja, Chhattisgarh
📍 Location Map — Pincode 497001
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 497001
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambikapur Ho | HO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Arabalrampur Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Balrampur |
| Baghima Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Balrampur |
| Kalyanpur Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Ambikapur Nyalaya So | PO | — | Surguja |
| Bhitthikala Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Karwan Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surajpur |
| Nawanagar Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Raghavpuri Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Barion Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Balrampur |
| Dhandhapur Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Balrampur |
| Kakna Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Karjee Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Latori Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surajpur |
| Parsa Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Balrampur |
| Sukhari Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Sakholi Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Silphili Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surajpur |
| Songara Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surajpur |
| Ambikapur Town So | PO | — | Surguja |
| Ajabnagar Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surajpur |
| Bargawan Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Darima Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Kundikala Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Balrampur |
| Nandamali Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Sakalo Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Mendrakala Bo | BO | ✓ Yes | Surguja |
| Funduldihari So | PO | — | Surguja |
🔢 How Pincode 497001 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 497 routes mail to the sorting office serving Surguja in Chhattisgarh.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 00 is reserved for the Head Post Office itself.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Ambikapur Ho in Surguja.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Ambikapur Ho?
The pincode for Ambikapur Ho is 497001. It is a HO located in Surguja, Chhattisgarh.
How many post offices are in pincode 497001?
There are 28 post offices operating under pincode 497001 in Surguja, Chhattisgarh.
Is delivery available at pincode 497001?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 497001 through Ambikapur Ho and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 497001 belong to?
Pincode 497001 is located in Surguja district in the state of Chhattisgarh. It falls under the Chattisgarh postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 497001 in?
Pincode 497001 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 497001 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.