Sivan Chetty Gardens Sub Office — Pincode 560042
Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka
📍 Location Map — Pincode 560042
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 560042
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sivan Chetty Gardens Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Bengaluru Urban |
🔢 How Pincode 560042 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 5 covers Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, MP, Chhattisgarh.
The first two digits together (56) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Karnataka begin with 56.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 560 routes mail to the sorting office serving Bengaluru Urban in Karnataka.
Route 04 identifies the specific delivery area within Bengaluru Urban.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 2 designates Sivan Chetty Gardens Sub Office in Bengaluru Urban.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Sivan Chetty Gardens Sub Office?
The pincode for Sivan Chetty Gardens Sub Office is 560042. It is a PO located in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka.
How many post offices are in pincode 560042?
There is 1 post office operating under pincode 560042 in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka.
Is delivery available at pincode 560042?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 560042 through Sivan Chetty Gardens Sub Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 560042 belong to?
Pincode 560042 is located in Bengaluru Urban district in the state of Karnataka. It falls under the Karnataka postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 560042 in?
Pincode 560042 falls in Zone 5 — Southern & Central India. The sub-zone prefix 56 corresponds to Karnataka.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 560042 is served by a PO.
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.