Purnea City So — Pincode 854302
Purnia, Bihar
📍 Location Map — Pincode 854302
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🏤 Post Offices under Pincode 854302
| Office Name | Type | Delivery | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purnea City So | PO | ✓ Yes | Purnia |
🔢 How Pincode 854302 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 8 covers Bihar, Jharkhand.
The first two digits together (85) identify the sub-zone. All pincodes in Jharkhand begin with 85.
The third digit narrows to a sorting district. The prefix 854 routes mail to the sorting office serving Purnia in Bihar.
Digits 4–5 identify the delivery route or sub-area within the sorting district. Route 30 identifies the specific delivery area within Purnia.
The final digit identifies the specific post office. Office 2 designates Purnea City So in Purnia.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pincode for Purnea City So?
The pincode for Purnea City So is 854302. It is a PO located in Purnia, Bihar.
How many post offices are in pincode 854302?
There is 1 post office operating under pincode 854302 in Purnia, Bihar.
Is delivery available at pincode 854302?
Yes, delivery is available at pincode 854302 through Purnea City So and its associated offices.
Which district does pincode 854302 belong to?
Pincode 854302 is located in Purnia district in the state of Bihar. It falls under the Bihar postal circle.
What postal zone is pincode 854302 in?
Pincode 854302 falls in Zone 8 — Eastern India. The sub-zone prefix 85 corresponds to Jharkhand.
🏤 Types of Post Offices in India
India Post operates a hierarchical network. Pincode 854302 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.