Madrassa Post Office (700016)
The PIN code for Madrassa is 700016. This is a Madrassa (Branch Office / Sub-Office / Head Office) located in Kolkata Taluk, Kolkata district, WEST BENGAL. It operates under the {Postal_Division} Postal Division, which falls within the Calcutta Region of the West Bengal Postal Circle.
For day-to-day postal matters, Madrassa reports to Park Street H.O as its managing Sub-Office, which in turn falls under Park Street H.O — the Head Post Office for this area. If you're sending mail to this address, the 6-digit code 700016 is what you need to enter in the pin code field. It is recognised across all courier platforms, banking systems, and government portals as the valid postal code for Madrassa.
Where Madrassa Sits in the Postal Hierarchy Understanding the postal hierarchy helps when you need to track a missing item or escalate a service complaint. Here's how Madrassa connects upward through the system:
Madrassa (S.O) is the entry point for residents in this locality. Mail booked or delivered here is managed through NA, the Sub-Office responsible for this cluster of Branch Offices. NA in turn reports to Park Street H.O, the Head Post Office that oversees the entire division-level postal operations for this area.
If your parcel is marked as "in transit" at the Kolkata Central division but hasn't arrived, Park Street H.O is the right office to contact. For local delivery issues specifically — wrong address, undelivered item, returned article — the first point of contact is NA.
Using PIN Code 700016 for Official Purposes The code 700016 is assigned by India Post to identify Madrassa as a delivery point. Here's where you'll typically need to use it:
E-commerce deliveries: When ordering from Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, or any other platform, enter 700016 as the delivery PIN code for addresses in the Madrassa area. The platform uses this to check serviceability and assign the correct delivery partner.
Bank account and KYC: Banks require a valid PIN code when opening accounts or updating addresses. 700016 is the correct code for residential addresses served by Madrassa.
GST registration: The business address on a GST application must match the postal records. For businesses in the Madrassa service area, 700016 is the applicable code.
Aadhaar address update: If you're updating your Aadhaar address to a location served by Madrassa, use 700016 as the postal code.
Court and legal documents: Address fields in affidavits, court filings, and notarised documents require the correct PIN. 700016 is the valid code for Madrassa's jurisdiction.
Services Available at Madrassa
The range of services at any post office depends on its type. As a S.O, Madrassa typically offers the following: Mail services: Acceptance of ordinary letters, registered letters, parcels, Speed Post, and money orders. Delivery of inbound mail to addresses within the Madrassa jurisdiction.
Savings and financial services: Basic savings account operations, recurring deposit transactions, and money order issuance are available at most Branch Offices. For PPF, NSC, and other investment schemes, visit NA or Park Street H.O.
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB): IPPB services — including Aadhaar-enabled payments and domestic transfers — are increasingly available at Branch Offices across WEST BENGAL, often delivered by the Grameen Dak Sevak (GDS) staff at your doorstep.
Government scheme facilitation: Many BOs assist with Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana account opening, pension disbursements, and DBT-linked services on behalf of the managing Sub-Office.
For services not listed here — such as passport applications, international mail, or PLI/RPLI insurance — visit NA or Park Street H.O directly.
Office Details — Madrassa
Madrassa Pin Code is 700016.Madrassa is located in district Kolkata, WEST BENGAL, INDIA.
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FAQs — Madrassa
What is the PIN code of Madrassa?
The PIN code of Madrassa is 700016. This is a S.O located in {Taluk} Taluk, Kolkata district, WEST BENGAL.
What type of post office is Madrassa?
Madrassa is a S.O. In the India Post hierarchy, this means it handles local mail delivery and basic financial services, and reports to Park Street H.O for administrative purposes.
Which Sub-Office manages Madrassa?
Madrassa falls under Park Street H.O. For complaints, account-related queries, or services not available at Madrassa directly, you should contact Park Street H.O.
Which Head Post Office is Madrassa linked to?
The parent Head Post Office for Madrassa is Park Street H.O. This is the district-level administrative office that oversees the entire postal network in this area, including Park Street H.O and Madrassa.
Is Madrassa a delivery post office?
Yes, Madrassa is a delivery office, which means it handles the final delivery of letters, parcels, and Speed Post to addresses within its area. Articles addressed to 700016 are brought to this office and distributed from here.
Which district and state does Madrassa belong to?
Madrassa is located in Kolkata district, WEST BENGAL. It falls under the Kolkata Central Postal Division and the West Bengal Postal Circle.
What taluk does Madrassa come under?
Madrassa is in {Taluk} Taluk within Kolkata district.
Can I open a PPF or NSC account at Madrassa?
As a S.O, Madrassa may not offer the full range of investment scheme accounts directly. For PPF, NSC, and Senior Citizen Savings Scheme, visit Park Street H.O or Park Street H.O, where a full-service counter is available.
How can I track a Speed Post sent to 700016?
You can track any Speed Post article addressed to 700016 using the 13-digit tracking number on the India Post tracking portal at indiapost.gov.in. Once the article reaches the Kolkata Central division, it will be assigned to Madrassa for final delivery.
What are the working hours of Madrassa?
Most Branch Offices in WEST BENGAL are open Monday to Saturday. Head Offices and Sub-Offices generally operate 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays. Branch Offices may have slightly reduced hours depending on the GDS staff schedule. For confirmed timings, contact Park Street H.O.
Is IPPB (India Post Payments Bank) available at Madrassa?
India Post Payments Bank services are being rolled out across all post offices in WEST BENGAL. At many Branch Offices, IPPB transactions — including Aadhaar-based withdrawals and money transfers — are handled by the GDS staff. Contact Madrassa or Park Street H.O to confirm current IPPB availability.
Can I receive international parcels at Madrassa?
International parcels addressed to 700016 are processed at the nearest Foreign Post Office (FPO) and then dispatched through the Kolkata Central division to Madrassa for local delivery. You can book outbound international mail at Park Street H.O or Park Street H.O.
How do I complain about a delayed or missing article at Madrassa?
Start by noting your tracking number and visiting or calling Park Street H.O. If the issue is not resolved, escalate to Park Street H.O. You can also file a formal complaint online through the India Post consumer grievance portal using your booking reference number.
Is Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) available at Madrassa?
SSY accounts can be opened at all departmental post offices. As a S.O, Madrassa may facilitate SSY transactions on behalf of Park Street H.O. For a new account opening, it is safer to visit Park Street H.O directly to ensure all documentation is processed correctly.
Can I buy postage stamps at Madrassa?
Yes. Definitive postage stamps for domestic and international mail are available at all post offices, including Branch Offices like Madrassa. Commemorative stamp releases may be available only at larger offices; check with Park Street H.O for special issues.