Kaptama Postal Codes, Mt. Elgon, Bungoma Kenya

Postal codes for Kaptama range from 50200 to 50234 in Bungoma, Mt. Elgon, Kenya. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Kaptama.

Kaptama on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Kaptama councils in Kenya. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Kaptama

Key Facts

Kaptama is a ward located within the Mt. Elgon constituency in Bungoma County, Kenya. Situated in the western part of Kenya near the Ugandan border, Kaptama lies within the scenic Mt. Elgon region, characterized by its highland terrain and fertile volcanic soils that support extensive agricultural activities. The ward covers approximately 150 square kilometers and serves a population of around 25,000 residents, primarily from the Bukusu community who engage in subsistence farming of maize, beans, and coffee cultivation. Kaptama is administratively divided into several sub-locations and villages that dot the mountainous landscape, with the area benefiting from the moderate climate and reliable rainfall patterns typical of the Mt. Elgon highlands. The ward's proximity to Mt. Elgon National Park contributes to its ecological significance while also supporting limited tourism activities. As part of Kenya's devolved government system, Kaptama falls under the jurisdiction of Bungoma County government, which provides essential services and infrastructure development to the local communities. To access detailed postal code information for Kaptama's various sub-locations and villages, visitors can explore the specific geographical subdivisions within this ward.

Neighboring Regions

* Kapsokwony

* Cheptais

* Kopsiro

* Chepyuk