Contai Head Office — Pincode 721401
Medinipur East, West Bengal
📍 Location Map — Pincode 721401
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 721401
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daudpur Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Damodarpur Contai Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Mahisagote Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Kantai Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Bahitrakunda Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Namal Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Ajodhyapur Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Fuleswar Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Dhangaon Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Raipur Paschimbarh Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Darua Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Contai Head Office | HO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Tengunia Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Baksispur Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Srirampur Contai Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Sabajput Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Pailachhanpur Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
| Nayaput Branch Office | BO | ✓ Yes | Medinipur East |
🔢 How Pincode 721401 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 (72) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in West Bengal begin with 72.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 721 routes mail to the sorting office serving Medinipur East in West Bengal.
Route 40 identifies the specific delivery area within Medinipur East.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Contai Head Office in Medinipur East.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Contai Head Office?
The pincode for Contai Head Office is 721401. It is a HO located in Medinipur East, West Bengal.
How many post offices are in pincode 721401?
There are 18 post offices operating under pincode 721401 in Medinipur East, West Bengal.
Is delivery available at pincode 721401?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 721401 through Contai Head Office and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 721401 belong to?
Pincode 721401 is located in Medinipur East district in the state of West Bengal. It falls under the West Bengal postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 721401 in?
Pincode 721401 falls in Zone 7 — Eastern India. The sub-zone prefix 72 corresponds to West Bengal.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 721401 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.