About Kupwara Pin Code System
Each locality in Kupwara district is identified by a specific Postal Index Number (PIN), which helps in the smooth sorting and delivery of mail and parcels.
- Total Digits: 6
- Prefix: Begins with 1, indicating the Northern region of India
Example – Pin Code: 193222 (Kupwara Head Post Office)
- 1st Digit (1): Denotes the Northern postal zone
- 2nd Digit (9): Represents the Jammu & Kashmir sub-region
- 3rd Digit (3): Identifies Kupwara district as the sorting district
- Last 3 Digits (222): Assigned to the Kupwara Head Post Office and nearby delivery areas
This structure ensures reliable and efficient postal service across even the most remote parts of the district.
Types of Post Offices in Kupwara District
To provide coverage in diverse terrains, India Post operates different types of post offices in Kupwara:
- Head Post Office (HPO): Located in Kupwara town, managing central operations
- Sub Post Office (SO): Found in major areas such as Handwara, Sogam, Karnah, and Trehgam
- Branch Post Office (BO): Present in rural villages and far-flung border areas
- Transit Post Office (TPO): Facilitates the flow of mail between Kupwara and neighboring districts
- Military Post Office (MPO): Supports defense personnel in sensitive zones along the border
- Night Post Office: May be available in high-demand or busy localities for late-hour services
These facilities support a wide range of services including speed post, registered mail, money orders, and parcels, making the system vital to communication and logistics in Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir.