Douentza Postal Codes: No Official Code | Mopti
According to the Universal Postal Union (UPU), there is no official Postal Codes (Codes postaux) for Douentza, as Mali does not use a national system. Use N/A or 00000 to complete shipping forms for Douentza, Mopti.
Municipalities in Douentza
Sample Address Format for Douentza
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Street Address / PO Box
Douentza, Mopti, 00000
MALI
Douentza on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Douentza circles in Mali.
Douentza Quick Facts
| Country | Mali (ML) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Mali → Mopti |
| Postal Code | |
| Region | Mopti |
| ISO Codes | ML / MLI / 466 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .ml |
| Coordinates | 15.006875, -2.952965 |
| Municipalities | 15 |
What to Know About Douentza
Key Facts
Douentza is a Cercle (administrative district) located in the Mopti Region of central Mali. Situated in the northeastern part of the Mopti Region, Douentza lies within the Sahelian zone of Mali, characterized by semi-arid landscapes that transition between the Sahara Desert to the north and the more fertile Sudanian savanna to the south. The cercle covers an area of approximately 24,000 square kilometers and has a population of around 280,000 people according to recent estimates. Douentza is administratively divided into 13 communes, which serve as the basic local government units, including the urban commune of Douentza town that serves as the administrative capital. The region is known for its diverse ethnic composition, primarily consisting of Dogon, Fulani, and Bambara communities, each contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the area. Geographically, the cercle features the Bandiagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that extends into the region, providing dramatic sandstone cliffs and unique geological formations. The local economy is predominantly based on subsistence agriculture, livestock rearing, and some artisanal activities, with millet, sorghum, and peanuts being the main crops cultivated in the area. To access detailed postal code information and administrative data for Douentza's various communes and settlements, users can navigate through the hierarchical location structure available on this platform.
Neighboring Regions
- Bankass
- Koro
- Ténenkou
- Mopti
- Bandagara