Chinsurah Head Office — Pincode 712101
Hooghly, West Bengal
📍 Location Map — Pincode 712101
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 712101
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinsurah Bazar Sub Office | PO | — | Hooghly |
| Chinsurah Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Sandeswartala Jc Sub Office | PO | — | Hooghly |
| Chinsurah Court Sub Office | PO | — | Hooghly |
| Pratappur Sub Office Hooghly | PO | — | Hooghly |
🔢 How Pincode 712101 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 (71) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in West Bengal begin with 71.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 712 routes mail to the sorting office serving Hooghly in West Bengal.
Route 10 identifies the specific delivery area within Hooghly.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Chinsurah Head Office in Hooghly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Chinsurah Head Office?
The pincode for Chinsurah Head Office is 712101. It is a HO located in Hooghly, West Bengal.
How many post offices are in pincode 712101?
There are 5 post offices operating under pincode 712101 in Hooghly, West Bengal.
Is delivery available at pincode 712101?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 712101 through Chinsurah Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 712101 belong to?
Pincode 712101 is located in Hooghly district in the state of West Bengal. It falls under the West Bengal postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 712101 in?
Pincode 712101 falls in Zone 7 — Eastern India. The sub-zone prefix 71 corresponds to West Bengal.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 712101 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.