Kivou Postal Codes: 90400 | Mwingi Central, Kitui

Key Facts

Kivou is a ward located within Mwingi Central Sub-county in Kitui County, Kenya. Situated in the eastern region of Kenya, Kivou lies within the semi-arid lands characteristic of this part of the country, featuring a landscape dominated by acacia woodlands and seasonal rivers that support local agriculture and livestock keeping. The ward covers an approximate area of 215 square kilometers and serves a population of around 15,000 residents who primarily engage in subsistence farming, pastoralism, and small-scale trade. As an administrative division, Kivou is further subdivided into several villages and settlements that form the basic units of local governance and community organization. The area experiences a dry climate with erratic rainfall patterns, making water conservation and drought-resistant crops essential for the local economy. Kivou maintains close economic and social ties with neighboring wards through shared markets, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities. For residents and businesses seeking to access postal services or communicate with specific locations within Kivou, accurate postal code information for its constituent villages and settlements is readily available through local administrative offices and online resources.

Neighboring Regions

• Nguni
• Mui
• Waita
• Kyome/Thaana