Nonouti Postal Codes: KI0113 | Gilbert Islands

Key Facts

Nonouti is an atoll and district located in the Gilbert Islands group of Kiribati, situated in the central Pacific Ocean. As one of the Gilbert Islands, Nonouti lies approximately 250 kilometers north of Tarawa, the capital atoll of Kiribati, and forms part of the island chain that stretches across the equator. The atoll consists of a narrow, crescent-shaped landmass surrounding a large lagoon, with a total land area of approximately 19.85 square kilometers, making it one of the larger atolls in the Gilbert Islands group. Nonouti is administratively divided into two main villages - Matang and Taboiaki - which serve as the primary population centers on the atoll. With an estimated population of around 2,500 people, Nonouti maintains traditional Kiribati culture while supporting subsistence farming, fishing, and copra production as key economic activities. The atoll features typical coral atoll geography with coconut palms, pandanus trees, and limited freshwater resources. As a distinct administrative district within Kiribati's governance structure, Nonouti plays an important role in the nation's cultural preservation and local governance systems. For detailed information about postal services and administrative subdivisions within Nonouti district, comprehensive postal code data is available for its constituent villages and communities.