Ombessa Postal Codes, Mbam-et-Inoubou, Centre Cameroon
There is no official postal code or zip code for Ombessa, as the Cameroon postal service does not use codes for sorting or "door-to-door" delivery. The system relies almost exclusively on P.O. Boxes (French: Boîte Postale or BP). If an online form requires a mandatory code, 00000 (five zeros) can be used as a placeholder, but this is not an official code. For successful delivery, a valid P.O. Box (BP) number is essential. A sample P.O. Box address is: [Recipient Name], BP [XXXX], Ombessa, Mbam-et-Inoubou, Centre, Cameroon.
Postal Codes for Places in Ombessa
| Place Name | Postal Codes |
|---|---|
| Baliama | 00000 |
| Baningoang | 00000 |
| Bogondo | 00000 |
| Boyaba | 00000 |
| Boyabisoumbi | 00000 |
| Contsing II | 00000 |
| Kombe | 00000 |
| Niamanga II | 00000 |
Sample Address Format for Ombessa
Street Address / PO Box
Ombessa, Mbam-et-Inoubou, Centre, 00000
CAMEROON
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Ombessa on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Ombessa sub-divisions in Cameroon. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Ombessa Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Regions | Centre |
| Departments | Mbam-et-Inoubou |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Ombessa
Key Facts
Ombessa is a commune located in the Mbam-et-Inoubou department within Cameroon's Centre Region. Situated in the central-western part of the country, this administrative division lies approximately 150 kilometers north of Yaoundé, the national capital, and serves as an important local center for the surrounding rural communities. With an estimated population of around 25,000 people spread across its territory of approximately 800 square kilometers, Ombessa represents a typical Cameroonian commune characterized by a mix of agricultural lands, forested areas, and small settlements. The commune is administratively divided into several villages and quarters that collectively form this local government unit within Cameroon's decentralized administrative structure. As part of the Mbam-et-Inoubou department, Ombessa falls under the broader Centre Region, which is one of Cameroon's ten regions and plays a significant role in the country's agricultural production, particularly for crops like cocoa, coffee, and various food staples. The commune's location places it within the transitional zone between the forested southern regions and the savanna landscapes of northern Cameroon, giving it diverse ecological characteristics. For residents and businesses operating within Ombessa, accessing accurate postal code information for its various sub-divisions and villages is essential for efficient mail delivery, administrative processes, and local development planning.
Neighboring Regions
* Bokito
* Deuk
* Kiiki
* Kon-Yambetta
* Ndikiniméki
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