Dowhill So — Pincode 734204
Darjeeling, West Bengal
📍 Location Map — Pincode 734204
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 734204
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dowhill So | PO | ✓ Yes | Darjeeling |
🔢 How Pincode 734204 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 (73) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in West Bengal begin with 73.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 734 routes mail to the sorting office serving Darjeeling in West Bengal.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 20 identifies the specific delivery area within Darjeeling.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 4 designates Dowhill So in Darjeeling.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Dowhill So?
The pincode for Dowhill So is 734204. It is a PO located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.
How many post offices are in pincode 734204?
There is 1 post office operating under pincode 734204 in Darjeeling, West Bengal.
Is delivery available at pincode 734204?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 734204 through Dowhill So and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 734204 belong to?
Pincode 734204 is located in Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal. It falls under the West Bengal postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 734204 in?
Pincode 734204 falls in Zone 7 — Eastern India. The sub-zone prefix 73 corresponds to West Bengal.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 734204 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.