Office Details — Raichak
Raichak Pin Code is 711412.Raichak is located in district Howrah, WEST BENGAL, INDIA.
Raichak Post Office PIN Code: 711412
The PIN code of Raichak post office is 711412. It is a B.O located in Howrah taluk of {District} district, WEST BENGAL, and its delivery status is {Delivery Status}.
Raichak Post Office Details
| Detail | Information |
| Post Office Name | Raichak |
| PIN Code | 711412 |
| Office Type | B.O |
| Delivery Status | {Delivery Status} |
| Taluk | Howrah |
| District | Howrah |
| State | WEST BENGAL |
| Postal Division | Howrah |
| Postal Region | South Bengal |
| Postal Circle | West Bengal |
| Related Sub Office | Chitrasenpur S.O |
| Related Head Office | Howrah H.O |
| Country |
India |
About Raichak Post Office
Raichak is a post office under India Post in Howrah taluk, {District} district, WEST BENGAL. It is identified by the PIN code 711412 and serves residents, shops and businesses in and around its area.
The office falls under the Howrah postal division, which is part of the {Region} region of the {Circle} postal circle. Mail sent to this office is routed through Howrah H.O, which acts as its controlling Head Office.
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[If Office Type = Head Office]
As a Head Office, Raichak is one of the main post offices in Howrah. 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, Raichak works under Howrah 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, Raichak mainly serves the local village and nearby rural areas. It reports to Chitrasenpur S.O, which in turn comes under Howrah H.O. For many people living nearby, this Branch Office is the closest point to send and receive mail.
Delivery Status of Raichak
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[If Delivery Status = Delivery]
Raichak is a delivery post office. This means letters, parcels, Speed Post and registered articles addressed to PIN code 711412 are delivered directly to homes and offices in its area by staff from this office.
[If Delivery Status = Non-Delivery]
Raichak 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 Raichak
Here is how Raichak fits into the India Post network:
- Post Office: Raichak (B.O)
- Sub Office: Chitrasenpur S.O
- Head Office: Howrah H.O
- Division: Howrah
- 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 711412
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
Raichak
Howrah, Howrah
WEST BENGAL – 711412
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 Raichak 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 Raichak, 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 711412
You will need the PIN code 711412 if your address falls under Raichak 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 711412
The PIN code 711412 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]
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Nearest Location pincode of Raichak
FAQs — Raichak
What is the PIN code of Raichak?
The PIN code of Raichak is 711412. This is a B.O located in Howrah Taluk, Howrah district, WEST BENGAL, India. It falls under the Howrah 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 Raichak?
The PIN code of Raichak post office in {District}, WEST BENGAL is 711412.
Which district does Raichak post office belong to?
Raichak post office is in {District} district of WEST BENGAL.
Which taluk is Raichak in?
Raichak falls under Howrah taluk.
What type of post office is Raichak?
Raichak is a B.O under India Post.
Is Raichak a delivery post office?
The delivery status of Raichak 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 Raichak?
The Head Office of Raichak is {Related Head Office}.
What is the Sub Office of Raichak?
Raichak is linked to {Related Sub Office}.
Which postal division does Raichak come under?
Raichak comes under the Howrah postal division, in the South Bengal region of the {Circle} circle.
Do other areas share the PIN code 711412?
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 711412 for Aadhaar, bank KYC or GST registration?
Yes, if your address is served by Raichak post office, you can use 711412 for Aadhaar updates, bank KYC, GST registration and other official forms.
How do I track a parcel sent to Raichak?
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 Raichak or its Head Office, {Related Head Office}.
What should I do if my parcel is not delivered to Raichak?
First, check that the address and PIN code 711412 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 Raichak?
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 Chitrasenpur S.O.
Is Aadhaar enrolment or update available at Raichak?
Aadhaar enrolment and update services — including address changes, mobile number updates, and biometric corrections — are available at designated post offices. As a B.O, Raichak may not offer this directly. For Aadhaar services, visit Howrah H.Oor a designated Sub-Office in Howrah. Check the UIDAI locator tool or call Chitrasenpur S.O to find the nearest active enrolment centre.
Can I buy postage stamps at Raichak?
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 Chitrasenpur S.O for availability of specific issues.
What is the difference between Raichak and Chitrasenpur S.O?
Raichak is a B.O — it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services for the immediate Howrah Taluk area it serves. Chitrasenpur 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 Raichak as part of its Branch Office cluster. If a service isn't available at Raichak, the next step is always Chitrasenpur S.O.