Office Details — Purana Kanpur
Purana Kanpur Pin Code is 208002.Purana Kanpur is located in district Kanpur Nagar, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA.
Purana Kanpur Post Office PIN Code: 208002
The PIN code of Purana Kanpur post office is 208002. It is a S.O located in Purana Kanpur taluk of {District} district, UTTAR PRADESH, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Purana Kanpur Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Purana Kanpur |
| PIN Code | 208002 |
| Office Type | S.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Purana Kanpur |
| District | Kanpur Nagar |
| State | UTTAR PRADESH |
| Postal Division | Kanpur City |
| Postal Region | Kanpur |
| Postal Circle | Uttar Pradesh |
| Related Sub Office | NA |
| Related Head Office | Nawabganj H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Purana Kanpur Post Office
Purana Kanpur is a post office under India Post in Purana Kanpur taluk, {District} district, UTTAR PRADESH. It is identified by the PIN code 208002 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Kanpur City postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Nawabganj 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, Purana Kanpur is one of the main post offices in Kanpur Nagar. 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, Purana Kanpur works under Nawabganj 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, Purana Kanpur mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to NA, which in turn comes under Nawabganj H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Purana Kanpur
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Purana Kanpur is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 208002 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Purana Kanpur 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 Purana Kanpur
Here is how Purana Kanpur fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Purana Kanpur (S.O)
- Sub Office: NA
- Head Office: Nawabganj H.O
- Division: Kanpur City
- Region: Kanpur
- 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 208002
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
Purana Kanpur
Purana Kanpur, Kanpur Nagar
UTTAR PRADESH – 208002
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 Purana Kanpur 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 Purana Kanpur, 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 208002
You will need the PIN code 208002 if your address falls under Purana Kanpur 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 208002
The PIN code 208002 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 Purana Kanpur, Kanpur Nagar
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FAQs — Purana Kanpur
What is the PIN code of Purana Kanpur?
The PIN code of Purana Kanpur is 208002. This is a S.O located in Purana Kanpur Taluk, Kanpur Nagar district, UTTAR PRADESH, India. It falls under the Kanpur City 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 Purana Kanpur?
The PIN code of Purana Kanpur post office in {District}, UTTAR PRADESH is 208002.
Which district does Purana Kanpur post office belong to?
Purana Kanpur post office is in {District} district of UTTAR PRADESH.
Which taluk is Purana Kanpur in?
Purana Kanpur falls under Purana Kanpur taluk.
What type of post office is Purana Kanpur?
Purana Kanpur is a S.O under India Post.
Is Purana Kanpur a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Purana Kanpur 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 Purana Kanpur?
The Head Office of Purana Kanpur is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Purana Kanpur?
Purana Kanpur is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Purana Kanpur come under?
Purana Kanpur comes under the Kanpur City postal division, in the Kanpur region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 208002?
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 208002 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Purana Kanpur post office, you can use 208002 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Purana Kanpur?
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 Purana Kanpur or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Purana Kanpur?
First, check that the address and PIN code 208002 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 Purana Kanpur?
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 NA.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Purana Kanpur?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a S.O, Purana Kanpur may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Nawabganj H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Kanpur Nagar. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call NA to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Purana Kanpur?
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 NA for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Purana Kanpur and NA?
Purana Kanpur is a S.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Purana Kanpur Taluk area it serves. NA 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 Purana Kanpur as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Purana Kanpur, the next step is always NA.