Howrah Postal Codes, Presidency, West Bengal India

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

Howrah on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Howrah 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 Howrah

Key Facts

Howrah is a district located in the Indian state of West Bengal, situated in the eastern part of the country. Positioned on the western bank of the Hooghly River, Howrah serves as a crucial gateway to Kolkata, its twin city located directly across the river. With an approximate population of 4.85 million people as of the 2011 census, Howrah covers an area of approximately 1,467 square kilometers, making it one of the most densely populated districts in West Bengal. The district is administratively divided into 2 subdivisions: Howrah Sadar and Uluberia, which are further organized into 14 community development blocks containing numerous municipalities and villages. Howrah is renowned for its industrial significance, housing the famous Howrah Junction railway station, one of the busiest in India, and serving as a major transportation hub connecting eastern and western India. The district's economy is diverse, encompassing manufacturing, trade, and agriculture, with the Howrah Bridge (now officially Rabindra Setu) standing as an iconic landmark connecting it to Kolkata. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data, this platform provides comprehensive access to Howrah's sub-regions and their respective postal services.

Neighboring Regions

* Kolkata

* North 24 Parganas

* Hooghly

* Purba Medinipur