Hauts-Plateaux Postal Codes, Ouest Cameroon
There is no official postal code or zip code for Hauts-Plateaux, 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], Hauts-Plateaux, Ouest, Cameroon.
Sample Address Format for Hauts-Plateaux
Street Address / PO Box
Hauts-Plateaux, Ouest, 00000
CAMEROON
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Hauts-Plateaux on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Hauts-Plateaux departments in Cameroon. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Hauts-Plateaux Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Regions | Ouest |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Hauts-Plateaux
Key Facts
Hauts-Plateaux is a department located in the Ouest region of western Cameroon. Situated in the western highlands of the country, this department occupies an elevated plateau area that gives it its name, with altitudes typically ranging between 1,000 and 1,500 meters above sea level. The department covers approximately 415 square kilometers and has a population of around 135,000 people according to recent estimates. Hauts-Plateaux is administratively divided into several sub-divisions, including the main town of Baham which serves as the departmental capital, along with other important settlements that dot its landscape. The region's economy is primarily agricultural, with coffee cultivation being a significant activity alongside food crops such as maize, beans, and various vegetables. The department's elevated position provides it with a relatively mild climate compared to lower-lying areas of Cameroon, making it suitable for various agricultural pursuits. Visitors to this area can access detailed postal code information for all municipalities and settlements within Hauts-Plateaux department through our comprehensive database.
Neighboring Regions
* Bamboutos
* Menoua
* Mifi
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