Mwimbi Postal Codes: 60400 to 60407 | Maara, Tharaka-Nithi

Key Facts

Mwimbi is a division located within Maara Sub-County in Tharaka-Nithi County, Kenya. Situated in the central highlands region of Kenya, Mwimbi occupies the southeastern portion of Maara Sub-County, characterized by its hilly terrain and agricultural landscape that forms part of the fertile slopes descending toward the Tana River basin. This administrative division covers approximately 200 square kilometers and serves a population of around 80,000 residents, primarily engaged in small-scale farming of crops such as coffee, tea, maize, and beans. Mwimbi is subdivided into several locations and sub-locations that facilitate local governance and service delivery, including areas like Kaanwa, Kithangari, and Marimanti. The division benefits from relatively good infrastructure compared to more remote areas, with paved roads connecting it to major towns like Chuka and Meru, while also maintaining its rural character with scattered settlements across the hillsides. As an important administrative unit within Kenya's devolved government system, Mwimbi plays a crucial role in implementing county development programs and providing essential services to its residents. For those seeking detailed information about specific areas within this division, comprehensive postal code data is available for all its constituent locations and sub-locations.

Neighboring Regions

• Mwimbi Division
• Chogoria Division
• Muthambi Division
• Magumoni Division