Banikoara Postal Codes, Alibori Benin
There is no official postal code or zip code for Banikoara, as the country primarily uses a P.O. Box (French: Boîte Postale or BP) system for mail, not national codes. If an online form requires a mandatory code, 00000 (five zeros) can be used to complete the field. However, this is not an official code. For successful delivery to Benin, a valid P.O. Box (BP) number is essential. A sample P.O. Box address is: [Recipient Name], BP [XXXX], Banikoara, Alibori, Benin.
Postal Codes for Places in Banikoara
| Place Name | Postal Codes |
|---|---|
| Banikoara | 00000 |
| Founougo | 00000 |
| Gomparou | 00000 |
| Goumori | 00000 |
| Kokey | 00000 |
| Kokiborou | 00000 |
| Ounet | 00000 |
| Sompérékou | 00000 |
| Soroko | 00000 |
| Toura | 00000 |
Sample Address Format for Banikoara
Street Address / PO Box
Banikoara, Alibori, 00000
BENIN
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Banikoara on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Banikoara municipalities in Benin. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Banikoara Quick Facts
| Country | Benin (BJ) |
|---|---|
| Department | Alibori |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Banikoara
Key Facts
Banikoara is a commune and arrondissement located in the Alibori Department of northern Benin. Situated in the northeastern part of the department near the border with Niger, Banikoara serves as an important administrative and economic center for the surrounding agricultural region. The commune covers an area of approximately 4,500 square kilometers and has a population of around 120,000 people, making it one of the larger communes in the Alibori Department. Banikoara is characterized by its savanna landscape and plays a crucial role in Benin's cotton production, being part of the country's primary cotton-growing region. The commune is divided into multiple arrondissements and villages, with its economy heavily dependent on agriculture, particularly cotton farming, along with food crops like maize, millet, and sorghum. The town of Banikoara itself serves as the administrative headquarters and features basic infrastructure including markets, schools, and health facilities that serve the rural population. As you explore postal code information for Banikoara's various arrondissements and villages, you'll find detailed location data that helps navigate this important agricultural commune in northern Benin.
Neighboring Regions
* Kérou
* Malanville
* Gogounou
* Ségbana
* Kandi
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