Pincode of Rajarhat Gopalpur SO is 700136

 

Circle name West Bengal Circle
Region name Kolkata Region
Division name Barasat Division
Office name Rajarhat Gopalpur SO
Pincode 700136
Office type PO
Delivery Delivery
District 24 PARAGANAS NORTH
State name WEST BENGAL

In India, a PIN code (Postal Index Number) is a six-digit numeric code used by India Post to identify specific geographic regions and simplify mail delivery.

Structure of a PIN Code:

The PIN code system was introduced on August 15, 1972 by Shriram Bhikaji Velankar, then Additional Secretary in the Union Ministry of Communications.

Each PIN code is made up of 6 digits, with the following structure:

  1. First Digit – Represents the zone (there are 9 postal zones in India, including 1 functional for the Indian Army).
  2. Second Digit – Represents the sub-zone or a circle/region.
  3. Third Digit – Combined with the first two digits, it identifies the district within the region.
  4. Last Three Digits – Identify the specific post office within the district.

Example:

PIN Code: 110001

  • 1 → Northern Zone (Delhi)
  • 11 → Delhi Circle
  • 001 → Connaught Place Post Office

Purpose of the PIN Code:

  • Speeds up and simplifies mail sorting and delivery
  • Helps locate specific post offices
  • Reduces confusion caused by similar-sounding area names

Usage:

You’ll find PIN codes used in:

  • Postal addresses
  • Courier services
  • Online shopping for location accuracy
  • Verifying delivery eligibility for products and services

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