West Uyoma Postal Codes: 40600 | Rarieda, Siaya

Key Facts

West Uyoma is a location within Rarieda sub-county in Siaya County, Kenya, situated along the eastern shores of Lake Victoria. This area occupies the westernmost part of Rarieda, characterized by its proximity to the lake and relatively flat terrain that gradually slopes toward the water. West Uyoma is part of the larger Uyoma region, which is divided into East Uyoma and West Uyoma, with West Uyoma comprising several villages and settlements. The location falls within the Lake Victoria basin, benefiting from the lake's influence on local climate and economic activities. While specific population figures for West Uyoma alone are not readily available, the broader Rarieda sub-county had a population of approximately 120,000 people according to the 2019 Kenyan census. The area's economy is primarily based on fishing from Lake Victoria, subsistence farming of crops like maize and cassava, and small-scale trade. West Uyoma contains multiple villages and administrative units within its boundaries, serving as home to communities predominantly from the Luo ethnic group. This location provides access to postal code information for its constituent villages and smaller administrative areas through the national addressing system.

Neighboring Regions

• East Uyoma
• Bondo
• Asembo