For the nation of Nioro, there is no officially implemented postal code or zip code system. Mail delivery is not structured around national codes; instead, the system relies entirely on the P.O. Box (French: Boîte Postale or BP) network. When an online form requires a mandatory code, the placeholder 00000 (five zeros) is commonly used to complete the field. However, it must be noted that this is not an official code. For mail to be delivered successfully in Mali<, a valid P.O. Box (BP) number is essential. A sample address is: [Recipient Name], BP [XXXX], Nioro, Kayes, Mali.
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Nioro circles in Mali. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
| Country | Mali (ML) |
|---|---|
| Region | Kayes |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
Nioro is a cercle (administrative district) located in the Kayes Region of southwestern Mali. Positioned in the western part of the country near the border with Mauritania, Nioro serves as an important administrative and commercial center for the surrounding area. The cercle covers approximately 12,000 square kilometers and has a population of around 250,000 people, primarily composed of Soninke, Bambara, and Fulani ethnic groups. Nioro is divided into multiple communes, including the urban commune of Nioro du Sahel and several rural communes that encompass the surrounding villages and settlements. The region features a Sahelian climate with semi-arid conditions, characterized by a short rainy season and long dry periods, supporting primarily pastoral and subsistence agricultural activities. Historically, Nioro was an important center of the Toucouleur Empire and later became a significant trading post along trans-Saharan routes. Today, it remains a vital market town for livestock, grains, and other local products. For those seeking detailed postal code information for Nioro's various communes and villages, this platform provides comprehensive access to address data across the district.
* Diéma Cercle
* Yélimané Cercle
* Nara Cercle
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