Office Details — Sonkhar
Sonkhar Pin Code is 272170.Sonkhar is located in district Basti, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA.
Sonkhar Post Office PIN Code: 272170
The PIN code of Sonkhar post office is 272170. It is a B.O located in Basti Sadar taluk of {District} district, UTTAR PRADESH, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Sonkhar Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Sonkhar |
| PIN Code | 272170 |
| Office Type | B.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Basti Sadar |
| District | Basti |
| State | UTTAR PRADESH |
| Postal Division | Basti |
| Postal Region | Gorakhpur |
| Postal Circle | Uttar Pradesh |
| Related Sub Office | Munderwa S.O |
| Related Head Office | Basti H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Sonkhar Post Office
Sonkhar is a post office under India Post in Basti Sadar taluk, {District} district, UTTAR PRADESH. It is identified by the PIN code 272170 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Basti postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Basti H.O, which acts as its controlling Head Office.
Use the block below that matches the office type:
[If Office Type = Head Office]
As a Head Office, Sonkhar is one of the main post offices in Basti. It supervises a number of Sub Offices and Branch Offices in its area, handles bulk mail sorting and offers a wide range of postal, banking and insurance services.
[If Office Type = Sub Office]
As a Sub Office, Sonkhar works under Basti H.O. It serves its local area with everyday postal services and also manages the Branch Offices attached to it, many of which serve nearby villages.
[If Office Type = Branch Office]
As a Branch Office, Sonkhar mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to Munderwa S.O, which in turn comes under Basti H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Sonkhar
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Sonkhar is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 272170 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Sonkhar is a non-delivery post office. It accepts mail and provides counter services, but it does not deliver letters and parcels to homes. Doorstep delivery for this area is handled by a nearby delivery post office. If you are expecting a delivery, the article will still reach you as long as your address and PIN code are written correctly.
Postal Hierarchy of Sonkhar
Here is how Sonkhar fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Sonkhar (B.O)
- Sub Office: Munderwa S.O
- Head Office: Basti H.O
- Division: Basti
- Region: Gorakhpur
- Circle: Uttar Pradesh
Knowing the Sub Office and Head Office is useful when you need to track a parcel, raise a complaint or visit a larger post office for services not offered locally.
How to Write an Address With PIN Code 272170
To make sure your letter or parcel reaches the right place, write the address in this order:
Recipient's Name
House or Flat Number, Street or Colony
Sonkhar
Basti Sadar, Basti
UTTAR PRADESH – 272170
India
Always write the full 6-digit PIN code. A missing or wrong digit can send your article to another post office and delay delivery.
Services Available at Sonkhar Post Office
The services offered depend on the type and size of the post office. Common services include:
- Sending and receiving letters, parcels and registered post
- Speed Post booking and delivery
- Money orders
- Post Office Savings Account, Recurring Deposit and Time Deposit
- PPF, NSC, Kisan Vikas Patra, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and Senior Citizen Savings Scheme
- India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) accounts and Aadhaar-enabled payments
- Postal Life Insurance and Rural Postal Life Insurance
Head Offices and larger Sub Offices usually offer the full list, and some also provide Aadhaar enrolment and update services. Branch Offices mostly offer basic mail, savings and money order services. For anything not available at Sonkhar, you can visit {Related Sub Office} or {Related Head Office}.
We recommend calling or visiting the post office to confirm service availability and working hours before you go.
Where You Can Use PIN Code 272170
You will need the PIN code 272170 if your address falls under Sonkhar post office. It is commonly required for:
- Online shopping and courier deliveries
- Bank account opening and KYC
- Aadhaar address updates
- GST and business registration
- Passport, PAN and other government applications
- School, college and job application forms
Other Post Offices With PIN Code 272170
The PIN code 272170 may also be shared by other post offices, usually Branch Offices that come under the same Sub Office.
[List of post offices sharing this PIN code]
Nearby Post Offices in Basti Sadar, Basti
Nearest Location pincode of Sonkhar
FAQs — Sonkhar
What is the PIN code of Sonkhar?
The PIN code of Sonkhar is 272170. This is a B.O located in Basti Sadar Taluk, Basti district, UTTAR PRADESH, India. It falls under the Basti Postal Division of the Uttar PradeshPostal Circle. Use this 6-digit code on all courier forms, bank applications, government documents, and online delivery address fields.
What is the PIN code of Sonkhar?
The PIN code of Sonkhar post office in {District}, UTTAR PRADESH is 272170.
Which district does Sonkhar post office belong to?
Sonkhar post office is in {District} district of UTTAR PRADESH.
Which taluk is Sonkhar in?
Sonkhar falls under Basti Sadar taluk.
What type of post office is Sonkhar?
Sonkhar is a B.O under India Post.
Is Sonkhar a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Sonkhar is {Delivery Status}. A delivery post office delivers mail to homes, while a non-delivery office relies on a nearby office for doorstep delivery.
What is the Head Office of Sonkhar?
The Head Office of Sonkhar is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Sonkhar?
Sonkhar is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Sonkhar come under?
Sonkhar comes under the Basti postal division, in the Gorakhpur region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 272170?
Yes, it is common for more than one post office or village to share the same PIN code. You can see the full list in the section above.
Can I use PIN code 272170 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Sonkhar post office, you can use 272170 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Sonkhar?
You can track Speed Post and registered articles on the India Post website or app using the tracking number on your booking receipt. For delays, contact Sonkhar or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Sonkhar?
First, check that the address and PIN code 272170 are correct. Then contact the post office directly or raise a complaint on the India Post website or by calling the India Post toll-free number 1800-266-6868.
What are the working hours of Sonkhar?
Sub-Offices and Head Post Offices in UTTAR PRADESH generally operate Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays. Branch Offices may have shorter public hours — typically 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays — depending on the GDS staff schedule and local conditions. For confirmed current timings, contact Munderwa S.O.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Sonkhar?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Sonkhar may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Basti H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Basti. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Munderwa S.O to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Sonkhar?
Yes. Definitive postage stamps for domestic and international mail are available at all post offices, including Branch Offices. Special commemorative stamp releases and philatelic products may be available only at the Head Office or major Sub-Offices — check with Munderwa S.O for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Sonkhar and Munderwa S.O?
Sonkhar is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Basti Sadar Taluk area it serves. Munderwa S.O is its managing Sub-Office — a larger, full-service postal outlet that offers the complete range of savings, investment, Speed Post, and administrative services, and that supervises Sonkhar as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Sonkhar, the next step is always Munderwa S.O.