About Doda Pin Code System
Each locality in Doda district is served by a specific pin code that enables fast and reliable sorting and delivery of letters, parcels, and government correspondence.
- Total Digits: 6
- Prefix: Starts with the digit 1, indicating the Northern region of India
Example – Pin Code: 182202 (Doda Head Post Office)
- 1st Digit (1): Represents the Northern postal zone
- 2nd Digit (8): Denotes the Jammu & Kashmir sub-region
- 3rd Digit (2): Identifies Doda district as the sorting area
- Last 3 Digits (202): Assigned to the Doda Head Post Office and nearby localities
This pin code structure ensures each post office in Doda is uniquely identified and easily reachable via India Post’s logistics system.
Types of Post Offices in Doda District
Doda is covered by a wide range of India Post offices, serving both urban and rural needs:
- Head Post Office (HPO): Based in Doda town, handling district-level operations
- Sub Post Office (SO): Located in key towns such as Bhaderwah, Thathri, Gandoh, and Assar
- Branch Post Office (BO): Operational in remote villages and mountain areas of the district
- Transit Post Office (TPO): Manages the transfer of mail between Doda and surrounding regions
- Night Post Office: May be present in higher-traffic areas with extended service hours
- Military Post Office (MPO): Available near any defense zones, supporting military personnel
This network supports speed post, registered mail, parcels, financial services, and more, helping Doda residents stay connected across Jammu and Kashmir and the rest of India.