I still remember the first time I had to send a package to a customer in North Kolkata. I thought, "How hard can it be? Just write Kolkata, right?" Wrong. The package ended up in South Kolkata, and the customer had to travel across the entire city to pick it up. That is when I learned that West Bengal – and especially Kolkata – has a PIN code maze that can confuse even experienced shippers. Over time, I have compiled this guide based on actual courier records, local post office visits, and countless conversations with delivery agents. If you send anything to Bengal, this is the list you need.
How West Bengal PIN codes are structured (the 7x zone)
West Bengal falls under the 7xxxxx PIN code zone. Here is a simple breakdown:
- 700xxx – Kolkata and surrounding areas (South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, Howrah, Hooghly).
- 71xxxx – Bardhaman, Bankura, Purulia, Birbhum (Western districts).
- 72xxxx – Murshidabad, Nadia, Malda, Uttar Dinajpur, Dakshin Dinajpur (Northern and central parts).
- 73xxxx – Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar (Northern Bengal).
- 734xxx – Darjeeling, Siliguri, Kurseong, Kalimpong (Himalayan foothills).
Once you know the first two digits, you can often guess the region.
Kolkata – the city of joy and many PIN codes
Kolkata is divided into many postal zones. The main GPO is at Netaji Subhash Road, PIN 700001. But do not use that for the entire city – here is a practical area‑wise list:
| Area / Locality | PIN Code | Post Office / Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata GPO (Dalhousie) / BBD Bagh / Netaji Subhash Road | 700001 | GPO |
| Park Street / Chowringhee | 700016 | Park Street SO |
| Esplanade / Dharmatala | 700069 | Esplanade SO |
| Shyambazar / Bagbazar | 700004 | Shyambazar SO |
| Salt Lake City (Bidhannagar) Sector 1, 2, 3 | 700064 | Salt Lake SO |
| New Town / Rajarhat / Action Area I | 700156 | New Town SO |
| New Town Action Area II & III | 700160 | Rajarhat SO |
| Howrah – GPO / Howrah Station area | 711101 | Howrah GPO |
| Howrah – Shibpur / Botanical Garden | 711103 | Shibpur SO |
| Dum Dum / Cossipore | 700028 / 700002 | Different SOs |
| Behala / Thakurpukur | 700034 / 700063 | Multiple zones |
| Jadavpur / Tollygunge | 700032 / 700033 | SOs |
Darjeeling and Siliguri – the hills and the plains
Darjeeling district has unique PIN codes for different altitudes. Siliguri acts as the gateway to the Northeast.
- Siliguri GPO – 734001 (covers most of the city)
- Darjeeling GPO (Chowrasta) – 734101
- Kurseong – 734203
- Kalimpong – 734301
- Mirik – 734214 (important for tea estate parcels)
- Sukna / Bagdogra – 734014 (near the airport)
Howrah and Hooghly – the industrial belt
These two districts have the highest number of e‑commerce deliveries outside Kolkata.
| City / Area | PIN Code |
|---|---|
| Howrah GPO (Station area) | 711101 |
| Howrah – Shibpur, Botanical Garden | 711103 |
| Liluah, Belur | 711204 / 711202 |
| Bally, Ballygaunge | 711204 |
| Salkia, Ramrajatala | 711106 |
| Hooghly – Chinsurah (GPO) | 712101 |
| Hooghly – Serampore | 712201 |
| Hooghly – Chandannagar | 712136 |
Asansol and Durgapur – the steel and coal region
Both cities have their own postal circles. PIN codes here often start with 713:
- Durgapur GPO – 713201 (covers City Centre, Bidhannagar, much of the township)
- Asansol GPO – 713301
- Burnpur – 713325 (important for industrial shipments)
- Kulti – 713343
District‑wise quick reference table (23 districts)
This table lists the primary PIN code for each district. For zone‑specific area codes, always use our search tool.
| District | Primary PIN Code | |
|---|---|---|
| Alipurduar | 736122 | |
| Bankura | 722101 | |
| Birbhum (Suri) | 731101 | |
| Cooch Behar | 736101 | |
| Dakshin Dinajpur (Balurghat) | 733101 | |
| Darjeeling (GPO) | 734101 | |
| Howrah | 711101 | |
| Hooghly (Chinsurah) | 712101 | |
| Jalpaiguri | 735101 | |
| Jhargram | 721507 | |
| Kalimpong | 734301 | |
| Kolkata (GPO) | 700001 | |
| Malda (English Bazar) | 732101 | |
| Murshidabad (Berhampore) | 742101 | |
| Nadia (Krishnanagar) | 741101 | |
| North 24 Parganas (Barasat) | 700124 | |
| Paschim Bardhaman (Asansol) | 713301 | |
| Paschim Medinipur (Midnapore) | 721101 | |
| Purba Bardhaman (Bardhaman) | 713101 | |
| Purba Medinipur (Tamluk) | 721636 | |
| Purulia | 723101 | |
| South 24 Parganas (Alipore) | 700027 | |
| Uttar Dinajpur (Raiganj) | 733134 |
Common mistakes people make with West Bengal PIN codes
Thanks to real feedback from couriers and many returned parcels, here are the top 7 errors:
- Using 700001 for every address in Kolkata – it works only for the GPO area.
- Confusing 700156 (New Town) with 700091 (Salt Lake Sector V) – they are different sorting centres.
- Sending a parcel to “Howrah” with PIN 711101 – this is correct, but many colonies need a sub‑code like 711103.
- Using old PIN codes for Darjeeling (some government websites still show outdated lists).
- Writing Siliguri PIN as 734101 – that is Darjeeling’s code, not Siliguri’s (734001 is Siliguri).
- Forgetting that Durgapur and Asansol have their own separate GPOs – do not use Bardhaman PIN for Durgapur.
- Assuming every tea estate in Dooars shares the same PIN – each garden has its own code.
How to find any West Bengal PIN code in under 10 seconds
After so many failed deliveries myself, I built this tool to remove the guesswork:
- Step 1: Go to our homepage search box.
- Step 2: Type the locality name – “New Town”, “Howrah Shibpur”, “Kalimpong”, or even the name of a famous landmark.
- Step 3: Get the exact post office name, delivery status, PIN code, and a Google Maps link.
- Step 4: Click the map to visually confirm the location – an extra step that can save a whole week.
Frequently asked questions about West Bengal PIN codes
Q1: What is the correct PIN code for Salt Lake City, Kolkata?
Salt Lake City (Bidhannagar) uses 700064 for most sectors. Sector V uses 700091. Confirm with the recipient’s exact block.
Q2: Is “700156” or “700160” the correct code for New Town?
700156 covers Action Area I. For Action Area II and III, use 700160. If unsure, simply ask the customer to check their nearest post office.
Q3: What is the PIN code for Darjeeling Mall area?
Darjeeling GPO near Chowrasta uses 734101. This works for the main town. For outskirts, search the market name.
Q4: Can I use PIN 734001 for all of Siliguri?
Yes, 734001 covers most of Siliguri. However, areas like Bagdogra (734014) and Sukna have separate codes.
Q5: Why does Howrah have so many PIN codes?
Howrah is extremely dense. The GPO (711101) serves only the station area. Shibpur, Bally, and Salkia have their own sub‑offices and hence unique codes.
Conclusion – make your Bengal shipments error‑free
From the busy streets of North Kolkata to the peaceful tea gardens of Darjeeling, West Bengal deserves accurate PIN codes. I have made my share of mistakes, and I hope this guide saves you from doing the same. Keep this page handy, and whenever you are in doubt, let our search tool do the heavy lifting – it is free, fast, and updated directly from India Post data.
If you notice an error or think a locality should be added, please send me a message. I will update the guide within 24 hours. Thanks for being part of searchpincode.