Kandi Postal Codes, Alibori Benin
There is no official postal code or zip code for Kandi, 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], Kandi, Alibori, Benin.
Postal Codes for Places in Kandi
| Place Name | Postal Codes |
|---|---|
| Angaradébou | 00000 |
| Bensékou | 00000 |
| Donwari | 00000 |
| Kandi I | 00000 |
| Kandi II | 00000 |
| Kandi III | 00000 |
| Kassakou | 00000 |
| Saah | 00000 |
| Sam | 00000 |
| Sonsoro | 00000 |
Sample Address Format for Kandi
Street Address / PO Box
Kandi, Alibori, 00000
BENIN
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Kandi on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Kandi municipalities in Benin. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Kandi Quick Facts
| Country | Benin (BJ) |
|---|---|
| Department | Alibori |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Kandi
Key Facts
Kandi is a commune and urban sub-prefecture located in the Alibori Department of northern Benin, serving as the departmental capital. Situated approximately 650 kilometers north of Cotonou, Benin's economic hub, Kandi occupies a strategic position in the country's northern agricultural heartland near the border with Niger. With an estimated population of around 177,000 people, Kandi covers an area of approximately 3,421 square kilometers, making it one of the larger communes in the Alibori Department. The commune is administratively divided into multiple arrondissements and villages, with its urban center functioning as the primary administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding rural areas. Kandi's economy is predominantly agricultural, with cotton production being particularly significant alongside subsistence farming of crops like maize, millet, and sorghum. The town serves as an important market center for the region's agricultural products and provides essential services to the surrounding rural population. As the departmental capital, Kandi hosts various government offices and institutions that serve the entire Alibori Department. Visitors and residents can access detailed postal code information for Kandi's various arrondissements and neighborhoods through our comprehensive database.
Neighboring Regions
* Banikoara
* Gogounou
* Ségbana
* Malanville
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