Diedougou Postal Codes: No Official Code | Koutiala, Sikasso

Key Facts

Diedougou is a commune located within the Koutiala Cercle in the Sikasso Region of southern Mali. Situated in the heart of this agricultural region, Diedougou lies approximately 40 kilometers northeast of the regional capital Koutiala, positioned within Mali's fertile cotton-growing zone that borders Burkina Faso. As one of the smaller administrative divisions in the area, Diedougou covers approximately 500 square kilometers and serves as an important local center for the surrounding rural communities. The commune is divided into several villages and settlements that collectively form this administrative unit, with the main settlement of Diedougou serving as the administrative hub. The region's economy is predominantly agricultural, with cotton production being the primary economic activity alongside subsistence farming of millet, sorghum, and corn. The commune's population, estimated at around 25,000-30,000 residents, consists mainly of Bambara and Senufo ethnic groups who have traditionally inhabited this area. Diedougou's location in southern Mali places it within the Sudanian savanna ecological zone, characterized by a semi-arid climate with distinct wet and dry seasons that support both rain-fed agriculture and livestock rearing. For those seeking detailed postal information, Diedougou's administrative structure includes multiple villages and settlements, each with their own specific addressing requirements within the Malian postal system.

Neighboring Regions

• Kouentou
• N'Goutjina
• Sincina
• Zangasso
• N'Tossoni
• Kouoro