New Lands So — Pincode 736205
Alipurduar, West Bengal
📍 Location Map — Pincode 736205
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 736205
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Lands So | PO | ✓ Yes | Alipurduar |
🔢 How Pincode 736205 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 736 routes mail to the sorting office serving Alipurduar 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 Alipurduar.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 5 designates New Lands So in Alipurduar.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for New Lands So?
The pincode for New Lands So is 736205. It is a PO located in Alipurduar, West Bengal.
How many post offices are in pincode 736205?
There is 1 post office operating under pincode 736205 in Alipurduar, West Bengal.
Is delivery available at pincode 736205?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 736205 through New Lands So and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 736205 belong to?
Pincode 736205 is located in Alipurduar district in the state of West Bengal. It falls under the West Bengal postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 736205 in?
Pincode 736205 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 736205 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.