Nagaland 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 45 PIN codes in Nagaland.
Quick 30-Second Overview / त्वरित सारांश
Nagaland uses PIN codes starting with 797 and 798 across 16 districts. Kohima houses the administrative postal division while Dimapur serves as the main rail-head and parcel transshipment hub.
1. Geographic Profile / भौगोलिक प्रोफ़ाइल: Area, Coordinates & Boundaries
To understand how mail and logistics flow across Nagaland, 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 | 16,579 sq km |
| Latitude Span | 25°12' N to 27°02' N |
| Longitude Span | 93°20' E to 95°15' E |
| Northern Boundary | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Southern Boundary | Manipur |
| Eastern Boundary | Myanmar (Sagaing Region) |
| Western Boundary | Assam |
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Interactive OpenStreetMap with district borders
Key Geographic Features:
- Naga Hills landscape dominated by Mount Saramati (3,841 m) on the Myanmar border.
- Dimapur is the only plains city and sole railway hub in the state.
- Rich cultural tapestry of 16 recognized major Naga tribes with distinct traditional areas.
2. Postal Network / डाक नेटवर्क Architecture in Nagaland
Every PIN (Postal Index Number) in Nagaland is structured to optimize automated sorting and daily last-mile dispatch across 332 post offices.
3. Major Postal Districts in Nagaland
Below is the breakdown of the most active postal districts in Nagaland, ranked by their assigned PIN codes and delivery coverage:
4. Key PIN Codes & Central Post Offices in Nagaland
These central PIN codes manage the highest mail volume, express parcel sorting, and government document dispatches in Nagaland:
| PIN Code | Primary Post Office | District | Offices Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 797111 | Wokha S.O | Wokha | 24 |
| 798612 | Tuensang S.O | Tuensang | 22 |
| 798601 | Mokokchung S.O | Mokokchung | 19 |
| 797109 | Tseminyu S.O | Kohima | 16 |
| 798620 | Zunheboto S.O | Zunhebotto | 15 |
| 797107 | Pfutsero S.O | Phek | 15 |
| 798611 | Kiphire S.O | Kiphire | 14 |
| 798603 | Champang S.O | Mon | 12 |
| 797112 | Dimapur S.O | Dimapur | 12 |
| 797106 | Medziphema S.O | Dimapur | 11 |
5. Practical Addressing Tips for Nagaland (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 Nagaland:
- Dimapur Head Post Office (797112) handles all rail-bound freight and Speed Post parcels.
- Kohima Head Office (797001) coordinates hill dispatches towards Mokokchung and Tuensang.
- Specify village or colony name clearly for interior district addresses.
House/Plot No., Street/Locality Name
Sub-District / Mandal / Tehsil
District, Nagaland – [6-DIGIT PIN CODE]
Editorial Note & Verification Standard
Clarifying the logistical relationship between Dimapur (rail-head) and Kohima (capital) explains Nagaland mail transit accurately.
Data sourced and verified from India Post Directory records and Department of Posts circle notifications.
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