Jharkhand PIN Code, Geographic Boundaries, Coordinates & Postal Directory
A comprehensive, verified guide covering the geographic boundaries, land area, latitude/longitude coordinates, postal circle headquarters, and all 377 PIN codes in Jharkhand.
Quick 30-Second Overview / त्वरित सारांश
Jharkhand PIN codes begin with 81, 82, and 83 across 24 districts. Covering the mineral-rich Chota Nagpur Plateau, Ranchi, Jamshedpur, and Dhanbad serve as the core sorting junctions.
1. Geographic Profile / भौगोलिक प्रोफ़ाइल: Area, Coordinates & Boundaries
To understand how mail and logistics flow across Jharkhand, we must first look at its geography. Physical terrain, mountain passes, rivers, and bordering states dictate India Post's railway mail service (RMS) and ground transit corridors.
| Geographic Metric | Official Measurement |
|---|---|
| Total Land Area | 79,714 sq km |
| Latitude Span | 21°58' N to 25°18' N |
| Longitude Span | 83°19' E to 87°57' E |
| Northern Boundary | Bihar |
| Southern Boundary | Odisha |
| Eastern Boundary | West Bengal |
| Western Boundary | Chhattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh |
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Interactive OpenStreetMap with district borders
Key Geographic Features:
- Dominated by the Chota Nagpur Plateau with undulating hills and extensive sal forests.
- Produces over 40% of India's mineral reserves including coal, iron ore, and mica.
- Damodar, Subarnarekha, and North Koel rivers form the principal drainage systems.
2. Postal Network / डाक नेटवर्क Architecture in Jharkhand
Every PIN (Postal Index Number) in Jharkhand is structured to optimize automated sorting and daily last-mile dispatch across 3,268 post offices.
3. Major Postal Districts in Jharkhand
Below is the breakdown of the most active postal districts in Jharkhand, ranked by their assigned PIN codes and delivery coverage:
4. Key PIN Codes & Central Post Offices in Jharkhand
These central PIN codes manage the highest mail volume, express parcel sorting, and government document dispatches in Jharkhand:
| PIN Code | Primary Post Office | District | Offices Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 835302 | Lohardaga Bazar SO | RANCHI | 45 |
| 825401 | Chatra SO Chatra | CHATRA | 38 |
| 827013 | Chas SO Bokaro | BOKARO | 36 |
| 814133 | Godda SO | GODDA | 36 |
| 833204 | JMP Chowk SO | WEST SINGHBHUM | 35 |
| 835225 | Tamar SO | RANCHI | 32 |
| 815351 | Jamtara Court SO | JAMTARA | 31 |
| 835227 | Torpa SO | KHUNTI | 30 |
| 814146 | Palojori SO | DEOGHAR | 30 |
| 832101 | Baharagora SO | EAST SINGHBHUM | 29 |
5. Practical Addressing Tips for Jharkhand (Save Time & Money)
Writing an address correctly ensures your Speed Post or parcel reaches the recipient without delay or return to sender. Here are specific rules for Jharkhand:
- PIN prefix 83 covers Ranchi, Jamshedpur (East Singhbhum), and Chaibasa.
- PIN prefix 82 covers Dhanbad (Coal capital), Bokaro Steel City, and Hazaribagh.
- Industrial township deliveries in Jamshedpur should specify the Tata Steel colony or sector.
House/Plot No., Street/Locality Name
Sub-District / Mandal / Tehsil
District, Jharkhand – [6-DIGIT PIN CODE]
Editorial Note & Verification Standard
Highlighting mineral hubs like Dhanbad (826xxx) and Jamshedpur (831xxx) builds strong search relevance for business logistics.
Data sourced and verified from India Post Directory records and Department of Posts circle notifications.
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