India Pin Codes

India Pin Codes are located here. India zip codes can be accessed by clicking each national capital territory.

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India on the Map

India zip codes can be seen on the map. All postcodes of India can be viewed under each national capital territory.

About India

Geography and Climate

India is a vast and diverse country located in South Asia, bordered by Pakistan to the northwest, China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north, and Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east. To the south, it is flanked by the Indian Ocean, with the Arabian Sea on the west and the Bay of Bengal on the east. The country’s geographical features range from the towering Himalayas in the north to the fertile Indo-Gangetic plains, the arid Thar Desert in the northwest, the tropical forests of the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats, and the southern Deccan Plateau. Major rivers include the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Yamuna, which are central to the country’s agriculture and spirituality. India’s climate varies widely, from tropical in the south to temperate and alpine in the north. The monsoon season (June–September) brings heavy rainfall vital for agriculture, while winters (November–February) are generally cool and dry, and summers (March–May) are hot and humid in most regions.

Brief History and Government

Officially known as the Republic of India, the country has one of the world’s oldest civilizations, with roots in the Indus Valley Civilization (circa 2500 BCE). Over the centuries, it witnessed the rise of powerful empires such as the Maurya, Gupta, Mughal, and Maratha, followed by British colonial rule beginning in the 18th century. India gained independence from the United Kingdom on August 15, 1947, led by figures such as Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, who became the nation’s first Prime Minister. India is a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic, governed under the Constitution of 1950. It operates as a federal parliamentary democracy, with the President serving as head of state and the Prime Minister as head of government. The capital city is New Delhi, which houses the seat of government, while Mumbai is the financial capital. India’s political system includes 28 states and 8 union territories, each with varying degrees of autonomy.

Population, Language, and Culture

India’s population is approximately 1.43 billion (2024), making it the most populous country in the world. It is incredibly diverse, with thousands of ethnicities, religions, and languages. The official languages of the central government are Hindi and English, while the Constitution recognizes 22 scheduled languages, including Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Urdu, and Gujarati. Major religions practiced include Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Indian culture is characterized by deep-rooted traditions, family values, and a rich artistic legacy spanning classical dance, music, literature, architecture, and cinema. The country is globally known for its film industry, Bollywood, and its cuisine, which varies widely by region but is known for its use of spices, rice, and lentils. Major festivals such as Diwali, Holi, Eid, Christmas, and Navratri reflect the nation’s pluralism and unity in diversity.

Economy and Currency

India has one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world, driven by services, manufacturing, agriculture, and technology. The IT and software industry, centered in cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune, plays a vital role in global digital infrastructure. Agriculture remains a key sector, producing rice, wheat, cotton, sugarcane, and spices. India is also a global leader in pharmaceuticals, textiles, and automotive manufacturing. In recent years, renewable energy, e-commerce, space technology, and financial services have become growth engines under initiatives such as “Make in India” and “Digital India.” The official currency is the Indian rupee (INR), managed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). India’s economy is the fifth largest in the world by nominal GDP, supported by a large labor force and a growing middle class. Challenges such as poverty, infrastructure development, and climate resilience continue to shape its policy priorities.

The Postal Code System

The national postal operator is India Post, one of the world’s largest postal networks, operating under the Ministry of Communications. India uses a six-digit numeric postal code system called the PIN (Postal Index Number), introduced in 1972 to streamline mail sorting and delivery. The first digit represents the region, the second digit indicates the sub-region, the third digit identifies the sorting district, and the last three digits specify the individual post office.

Examples:

* 110001 – New Delhi (Central)

* 400001 – Mumbai (Fort Area)

* 600001 – Chennai (George Town)

* 700001 – Kolkata (B.B.D. Bagh)

A standard address format in India is:

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Recipient Name

House/Flat Number, Street or Locality

City – Postal Code

STATE, INDIA

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Example:

India Post Headquarters, Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg, New Delhi – 110001, India

In rural areas, post offices often serve as community hubs, providing not just mail delivery but also financial, insurance, and digital services. India Post also operates Speed Post (EMS), Parcel, and Post Office Savings Bank services. The PIN system is fully integrated into logistics, banking, and e-commerce infrastructure, ensuring efficient delivery across more than 155,000 post offices nationwide—making it one of the most extensive postal networks in the world.