New Market Sub Office — Pincode 700087
Kolkata, West Bengal
📍 Location Map — Pincode 700087
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 700087
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Market Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Kolkata |
🔢 How Pincode 700087 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 Kolkata in West Bengal.
Route 08 identifies the specific delivery area within Kolkata.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 7 designates New Market Sub Office in Kolkata.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for New Market Sub Office?
The pincode for New Market Sub Office is 700087. It is a PO located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
How many post offices are in pincode 700087?
There is 1 post office operating under pincode 700087 in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Is delivery available at pincode 700087?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 700087 through New Market Sub Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 700087 belong to?
Pincode 700087 is located in Kolkata district in the state of West Bengal. It falls under the West Bengal postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 700087 in?
Pincode 700087 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 700087 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.