Goundam Postal Codes, Goundam, Tombouctou Mali

For the nation of Goundam, 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], Goundam, Goundam, Tombouctou, Mali.

Goundam on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Goundam municipalities in Mali. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Goundam

Key Facts

Goundam is a commune and urban center located in the Goundam Cercle of the Tombouctou Region in northern Mali. Situated approximately 85 kilometers west of the historic city of Timbuktu, Goundam lies in the arid Sahel region near the southern edge of the Sahara Desert. The town serves as an important administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding rural areas, positioned along seasonal waterways that flow into Lake Faguibine during the rainy season. With an estimated population of around 16,000 people, Goundam covers an area of approximately 100 square kilometers and functions as the capital of the Goundam Cercle, which contains multiple communes within its jurisdiction. The region's economy traditionally relies on agriculture, livestock rearing, and trade, though it faces challenges from desertification and climate variability. Goundam's strategic location has historically made it a significant settlement for Tuareg and Songhai communities, serving as a crossroads for trans-Saharan trade routes. To access detailed postal code information and administrative data for Goundam's various quarters and the surrounding communes within the cercle, users can explore the comprehensive location database.

Neighboring Regions

* Tombouctou

* Diré

* Niafunké

* Tonka