Bénoué Postal Codes: No Official Code | Nord
According to the Universal Postal Union (UPU), there is no official Postal Codes (Codes postaux) for Bénoué, as Cameroon does not use a national system. Use N/A or 00000 to complete shipping forms for Bénoué, Nord.
Sub-divisions in Bénoué
Sample Address Format for Bénoué
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Street Address / PO Box
Bénoué, Nord, 00000
CAMEROON
Bénoué on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Bénoué departments in Cameroon.
Bénoué Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Cameroon → Nord |
| Postal Code | |
| Regions | Nord |
| ISO Codes | CM / CMR / 120 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .cm |
| Coordinates | 9.177559, 13.437889 |
| Sub-divisions | 12 |
What to Know About Bénoué
Key Facts
Bénoué is a department located in the Nord Region of Cameroon, situated in the northern part of the country. This administrative division covers an area of approximately 13,614 square kilometers and serves as an important geographical and administrative hub within the region. Bénoué is positioned in the heart of northern Cameroon, characterized by its savanna landscape and proximity to the Bénoué River, which gives the department its name and provides vital water resources for agriculture and local communities. The department has an estimated population of around 568,000 people, making it one of the more populated departments in the Nord Region. Bénoué is divided into 10 communes, including the regional capital Garoua, which serves as both the departmental capital and the administrative center for the entire Nord Region. The department's economy is primarily based on agriculture, livestock rearing, and trade, with Garoua functioning as a major commercial center and transportation hub. This location provides access to comprehensive postal code information for all its constituent communes and villages, enabling efficient mail delivery and administrative services throughout the department.
Neighboring Regions
- Mayo-Louti
- Faro
- Mayo-Rey
- Mayo-Léyé