Office Details — Akuni
Akuni Pin Code is 712701.Akuni is located in district Hooghly, WEST BENGAL, INDIA.
Akuni Post Office PIN Code: 712701
The PIN code of Akuni post office is 712701. It is a B.O located in Serampore taluk of {District} district, WEST BENGAL, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Akuni Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Akuni |
| PIN Code | 712701 |
| Office Type | B.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Serampore |
| District | Hooghly |
| State | WEST BENGAL |
| Postal Division | Hooghly South |
| Postal Region | South Bengal |
| Postal Circle | West Bengal |
| Related Sub Office | Masat S.O |
| Related Head Office | Serampore H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Akuni Post Office
Akuni is a post office under India Post in Serampore taluk, {District} district, WEST BENGAL. It is identified by the PIN code 712701 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Hooghly South postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Serampore 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, Akuni is one of the main post offices in Hooghly. 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, Akuni works under Serampore 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, Akuni mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to Masat S.O, which in turn comes under Serampore H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Akuni
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Akuni is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 712701 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Akuni 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 Akuni
Here is how Akuni fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Akuni (B.O)
- Sub Office: Masat S.O
- Head Office: Serampore H.O
- Division: Hooghly South
- Region: South Bengal
- Circle: West Bengal
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 712701
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
Akuni
Serampore, Hooghly
WEST BENGAL – 712701
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 Akuni 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 Akuni, 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 712701
You will need the PIN code 712701 if your address falls under Akuni 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 712701
The PIN code 712701 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 Serampore, Hooghly
Nearest Location pincode of Akuni
FAQs — Akuni
What is the PIN code of Akuni?
The PIN code of Akuni is 712701. This is a B.O located in Serampore Taluk, Hooghly district, WEST BENGAL, India. It falls under the Hooghly South Postal Division of the West BengalPostal 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 Akuni?
The PIN code of Akuni post office in {District}, WEST BENGAL is 712701.
Which district does Akuni post office belong to?
Akuni post office is in {District} district of WEST BENGAL.
Which taluk is Akuni in?
Akuni falls under Serampore taluk.
What type of post office is Akuni?
Akuni is a B.O under India Post.
Is Akuni a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Akuni 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 Akuni?
The Head Office of Akuni is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Akuni?
Akuni is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Akuni come under?
Akuni comes under the Hooghly South postal division, in the South Bengal region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 712701?
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 712701 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Akuni post office, you can use 712701 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Akuni?
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 Akuni or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Akuni?
First, check that the address and PIN code 712701 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 Akuni?
Sub-Offices and Head Post Offices in WEST BENGAL 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 Masat S.O.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Akuni?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Akuni may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Serampore H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Hooghly. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Masat S.O to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Akuni?
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 Masat S.O for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Akuni and Masat S.O?
Akuni is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Serampore Taluk area it serves. Masat 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 Akuni as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Akuni, the next step is always Masat S.O.