Geocode Postcode API

Geocode Postcode API is a geolocation tool that provides users with a simple way to retrieve the geographical coordinates and boundaries of a postal code or ZIP code. Additionally, users can provide location coordinates to get the postal code it belongs to.

The API has a range of potential use cases across multiple domains. In the e-commerce industry, it can be utilised to enhance the accuracy of shipping and delivery processes.

Similarly, in the logistics and delivery sector, the API can assist with optimising routes, resulting in faster deliveries. Online mapping services and location-based apps can leverage the API to recommend nearby businesses and attractions based on a user's geographical location.

These are just a few examples of the practical applications of the API that can enhance user experiences in various domains.

1. Only 1 postalcode is allowed per request.
2. Only 1 at location is allowed per request.
3. Nextbillion.ai allows a maximum rate limit of 6000 queries per minute or 100 queries/second for continuous requests.

Note: We can increase the quota if needed on request. Contact [email protected] for more details

The Geocode Postcode API supports the following countries currently:

• United States of America
• India
• United Kingdom
• Netherlands
• Austria
• Germany
• Indonesia
• France
• Singapore
• Philippines
• Canada
• Australia
• New Zealand

The user can include only the at parameter in the API request to obtain information about the postal code a specific geographic coordinate belongs to.

For example:

    {     
     "at":{"lat": 28.661332, "lng":77.197106},
    }
    
   

To retrieve information about a specific postal code, include both the postalcode and the country parameter in the request.

For example:

    {    
        "postalcode": "110007",
        "country": "India"
    }
    
   

NOTE: We do not recommend using both postalcode and at together in a single request

While the Geocode Postcode API supports limited countries for now, you can raise a request to Nextbillion support for consideration..

Geocode-Postcode API supports only HTTPS POST method.

“Geopoint '' parameter in response refers to the geographic coordinate denoting the centre of the postal code in latitude, longitude format.

“Boundary” is an object containing the boundary details of the postal code area. This object will not be returned in case the boundary information of the postal code provided is not available.

When you specify the format, the boundary details will be returned in the geojson format.

When the format field is not present in the input boundary, the object would contain multipolygon - polygon - points objects depending on the boundary of the given postal code.