Paschim Medinipur Postal Codes, Medinipur, West Bengal India

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Paschim Medinipur, located in West Bengal, Medinipur, India. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Paschim Medinipur to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Paschim Medinipur on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Paschim Medinipur districts in India. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Paschim Medinipur

Key Facts

Paschim Medinipur is a district located in the southwestern part of West Bengal, India. It was formed in 2002 when the former Medinipur district was divided into Paschim Medinipur (West Medinipur) and Purba Medinipur (East Medinipur). Geographically positioned between 21°36' and 23°00' North latitude and 86°33' and 88°12' East longitude, the district covers an extensive area of approximately 9,295 square kilometers. With a population of over 5.9 million people according to the 2011 census, Paschim Medinipur serves as a crucial administrative and economic hub in western Bengal. The district is administratively divided into 29 community development blocks and contains several important towns including its headquarters at Medinipur, along with Kharagpur, Jhargram, and Ghatal. The region features diverse topography ranging from the Chota Nagpur Plateau in the west to alluvial plains in the east, with the Kangsabati River being a major waterway. Paschim Medinipur is known for its agricultural productivity, educational institutions like IIT Kharagpur, and rich cultural heritage. For comprehensive postal code information covering all towns and villages within this district, detailed regional breakdowns are available.

Neighboring Regions

* Purba Medinipur

* Bankura

* Purulia

* Jhargram

* Hooghly

* Howrah