Akna Branch Office — Pincode 712148
Hooghly, West Bengal
📍 Location Map — Pincode 712148
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 712148
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akna Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Pakri Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Sultangacha Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Ramnathpur Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Talandu Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Barunanpara Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Digsui Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Patna Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Magra Sub Office | PO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
| Polba Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Hooghly |
🔢 How Pincode 712148 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 14 identifies the specific delivery area within Hooghly.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 8 designates Akna Branch Office in Hooghly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Akna Branch Office?
The pincode for Akna Branch Office is 712148. It is a BO located in Hooghly, West Bengal.
How many post offices are in pincode 712148?
There are 10 post offices operating under pincode 712148 in Hooghly, West Bengal.
Is delivery available at pincode 712148?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 712148 through Akna Branch Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 712148 belong to?
Pincode 712148 is located in Hooghly district in the state of West Bengal. It falls under the West Bengal postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 712148 in?
Pincode 712148 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 712148 is served by a BO.
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.