Bauchi State, located in northeastern Nigeria, comprises 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs), each assigned unique postal codes by the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST). These postal codes are essential for mail delivery, logistics, and official documentation.
This guide provides a comprehensive and up-to-date list of Bauchi’s postal codes along with major post office addresses for easy reference.
Bauchi LGAs and Their Postal Codes
Below is the official list of all 20 LGAs in Bauchi State and their respective postal code ranges:
|
LGA |
Postal Code Range |
|
Alkaleri |
743101 – 743103 |
|
Bauchi |
740001 – 740102 |
|
Bogoro |
741104 |
|
Dambam |
752101 – 752103 |
|
Darazo |
750003 – 750116 |
|
Dass |
741001 – 741101 |
|
Gamawa |
752001 – 752107 |
|
Ganjuwa |
742104 |
|
Giade |
750105 – 751104 |
|
Itas/Gadau |
751104 – 751105 |
|
Jama'are |
751003 – 751110 |
|
Katagum |
751001 – 751102 |
|
Kirfi |
743104 |
|
Misau |
750001 – 750102 |
|
Ningi |
742001 – 742102 |
|
Shira |
750103 – 751106 |
|
Tafawa Balewa |
741002 – 741103 |
|
Toro |
740004 – 740118 |
|
Warji |
742103 |
|
Zaki |
752105 |
Note: Some LGAs have wide postal code ranges covering several communities and districts. Always verify the exact code for your street if needed.
Major Post Office Addresses in Bauchi State
Here are key post office locations across the state for easy access to mail services, parcel pickups, and P.O. box rentals:
|
Post Office |
Address |
LGA |
|
Bauchi Main Post Office |
Wunti Roundabout, Bauchi |
Bauchi |
|
Dass Post Office |
No.9 Kanwara Road, Dass |
Dass |
|
Tafawa Balewa Post Office |
Bununu Rd, Opp. Police Station, GRA |
Tafawa Balewa |
|
Toro Post Office |
Old Jos Road, Adjacent First Bank |
Toro |
|
Alkaleri Post Office |
No. 176 Gombe Road, Alkaleri |
Alkaleri |
|
Ningi Post Office |
No.46 Kano Road, Ningi |
Ningi |
|
Azare Post Office |
No. 20 Misau Road, Azare |
Katagum |
|
Yana Post Office |
Along Azare-Yana Rd, Shira |
Shira |
|
Misau Post Office |
GRA Kano Road, Misau |
Misau |
|
Darazo Post Office |
Near Divisional Police Headquarters, Darazo |
Darazo |
|
Jama'are Post Office |
Disina Road Gate, Jama'are |
Jama'are |
|
Gamawa Post Office |
Near Gamawa East Primary School, Gololo Rd |
Gamawa |
Why Postal Codes Matter
Using the correct postal code is essential for:
- Efficient Mail Delivery: Ensures your mail or parcels reach the correct destination promptly.
- Accurate Addressing: Helps in filling out forms for online applications and official documents.
- Logistics and Courier Services: Facilitates faster and more accurate delivery services.
- Reducing Errors: Minimizes delivery errors and lost parcels.
Conclusion
Postal codes are vital for ensuring that your letters and packages reach the right destination without delays. Whether you're based in Bauchi, Azare, Misau, or any rural community, using the correct postal code simplifies communication and business transactions.
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