Dumdum Road So — Pincode 700074
24 Paraganas North, West Bengal
📍 Location Map — Pincode 700074
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 700074
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dumdum Road So | PO | — | 24 Paraganas North |
| Motijheel So | PO | ✓ Yes | 24 Paraganas North |
| Jawpore So | PO | — | 24 Paraganas North |
🔢 How Pincode 700074 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 7 covers West Bengal, Odisha, Assam, NE States, Andaman & Nicobar.
The first two digits together (70) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in West Bengal (Kolkata) begin with 70.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 700 routes mail to the sorting office serving 24 Paraganas North in West Bengal.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 07 identifies the specific delivery area within 24 Paraganas North.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 4 designates Dumdum Road So in 24 Paraganas North.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Dumdum Road So?
The pincode for Dumdum Road So is 700074. It is a PO located in 24 Paraganas North, West Bengal.
How many post offices are in pincode 700074?
There are 3 post offices operating under pincode 700074 in 24 Paraganas North, West Bengal.
Is delivery available at pincode 700074?
Delivery status varies by office under pincode 700074. Please check with the specific post office for delivery availability.
Which district does pincode 700074 belong to?
Pincode 700074 is located in 24 Paraganas North district in the state of West Bengal. It falls under the West Bengal postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 700074 in?
Pincode 700074 falls in Zone 7 — Eastern India. The sub-zone prefix 70 corresponds to West Bengal (Kolkata).
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 700074 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.