Berhampore Wb Ho — Pincode 742101
Murshidabad, West Bengal
📍 Location Map — Pincode 742101
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 742101
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sssen Road So | PO | — | Murshidabad |
| Berhampore Wb Ho | HO | ✓ Yes | Murshidabad |
| District School Board So Murshidabad | PO | — | Murshidabad |
| Gorabazar So | PO | — | Murshidabad |
| Laldighi So | PO | — | Murshidabad |
| Madhupur Colony So | PO | — | Murshidabad |
| Berhampore Civil Court So | PO | — | Murshidabad |
| Berhampore Station Road So | PO | — | Murshidabad |
| Kansari Bazar So | PO | — | Murshidabad |
🔢 How Pincode 742101 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 (74) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in West Bengal begin with 74.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 742 routes mail to the sorting office serving Murshidabad in West Bengal.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 10 identifies the specific delivery area within Murshidabad.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 1 designates Berhampore Wb Ho in Murshidabad.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Berhampore Wb Ho?
The pincode for Berhampore Wb Ho is 742101. It is a HO located in Murshidabad, West Bengal.
How many post offices are in pincode 742101?
There are 9 post offices operating under pincode 742101 in Murshidabad, West Bengal.
Is delivery available at pincode 742101?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 742101 through Berhampore Wb Ho and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 742101 belong to?
Pincode 742101 is located in Murshidabad district in the state of West Bengal. It falls under the West Bengal postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 742101 in?
Pincode 742101 falls in Zone 7 — Eastern India. The sub-zone prefix 74 corresponds to West Bengal.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 742101 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.