Nkam Postal Codes, Littoral Cameroon
There is no official postal code or zip code for Nkam, 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], Nkam, Littoral, Cameroon.
Sub-divisions in Nkam
Sample Address Format for Nkam
Street Address / PO Box
Nkam, Littoral, 00000
CAMEROON
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Nkam on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Nkam departments in Cameroon. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Nkam Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Regions | Littoral |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Nkam
Key Facts
Nkam is a department located in the Littoral Region of Cameroon, situated in the central-western part of the country. This administrative division covers an area of approximately 6,291 square kilometers and serves as an important economic and cultural hub within the region. Nkam is positioned northeast of the regional capital Douala and is characterized by diverse topography that includes both coastal plains and forested highlands. The department has an estimated population of over 100,000 people who primarily engage in agriculture, fishing, and small-scale commerce. Nkam is administratively divided into several sub-divisions and communes that manage local governance and development initiatives. The area benefits from its proximity to major transportation routes connecting it to other parts of Cameroon, facilitating trade and movement of goods. The climate is typically tropical with distinct wet and dry seasons, supporting various agricultural activities including cocoa, coffee, and food crop cultivation. Nkam's strategic location within the Littoral Region makes it an important area for accessing postal code information and administrative services for its various sub-regions and communities.
Neighboring Regions
* Moungo
* Sanaga-Maritime
* Wouri
* Mifi
* Ndé
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