India post office quiz

When was the Department of Posts India found?
April 1st, 1774

How many posts offices are spread across India as of March 31st, 2011?
1,54,866

How many members does the Postal Service Board consists of in India?
6 members with a chair person

How many postal circles are present in India with Chief postmaster general heading it?
22

Which is the highest post office in the world?
Hikkim, Himachal Pradesh at a height of 15.500 feet

When was the first stamp issued by independent India?
21st November 1947

When was Postal Index Number (PIN code), a 6 digit number introduced in India?
15th August 1972