Oku Postal Codes: No Official Code | Bui, Nord-Ouest
According to the Universal Postal Union (UPU), there is no official Postal Codes (Codes postaux) for Oku, as Cameroon does not use a national system. Use N/A or 00000 to complete shipping forms for Oku, Bui.
Postal Codes for Places in Oku
Showing 3 places in Oku. Last verified with official records on May 2, 2026.
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Sample Address Format for Oku
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Street Address / PO Box
Oku, Bui, Nord-Ouest, 00000
CAMEROON
Oku on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Oku sub-divisions in Cameroon.
Oku Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Cameroon → Nord-Ouest → Bui |
| Postal Code | |
| Regions | Nord-Ouest |
| Departments | Bui |
| ISO Codes | CM / CMR / 120 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .cm |
| Coordinates | 6.248444, 10.50583 |
| Places | 3 |
What to Know About Oku
Key Facts
Oku is a subdivision within the Bui Division of Cameroon's Nord-Ouest Region. Located in the northwestern highlands of Cameroon, Oku sits at an elevation of approximately 2,200 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest settlements in the country. The area is characterized by its volcanic landscape, dominated by Mount Oku, the second highest mountain in Cameroon at 3,011 meters. Oku covers an area of roughly 350 square kilometers and has an estimated population of around 80,000 people, primarily from the Oku ethnic group who speak the Oku language. The region is administratively divided into several villages and quarters, with traditional governance playing a significant role alongside modern administrative structures. Oku is particularly renowned for its unique montane forest ecosystem, which includes the Kilum-Ijim Forest, one of the largest remaining patches of Afro-montane forest in West Africa and home to numerous endemic species including the Bannerman's turaco and Preuss's monkey. The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with coffee cultivation being a major cash crop alongside subsistence farming of crops like potatoes, beans, and maize. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Oku's various villages and quarters, this platform provides comprehensive access to location-specific details.
Neighboring Regions
- Jakiri
- Kumbo
- Elak
- Mbiame