Tonka Postal Codes, Goundam, Tombouctou Mali

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

Postal Codes for Places in Tonka

Place Name Postal Codes
Amassassal 00000
Bagnaga 00000
Bancani-Camp 00000
Bancani-Village 00000
Bototo 00000
Debe-Yourmi 00000
Diadiebi 00000
Dondoye Saou 00000
Echell 00000
Intallassa 00000
Kel-Antessar 00000
Kel-Haoussa 00000
Mekoreye 00000
Saya 00000
Tamaskott 00000
Tintafarak 00000
Tondigame 00000
Tonka 00000
Yourniryourmi 00000

Sample Address Format for Tonka

No official zip/postal code is used here. In forms you may use 00000 or N/A.
[Recipient Name]
Street Address / PO Box
Tonka, Goundam, Tombouctou, 00000
MALI
[Sender Name]
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]

Tonka on the Map

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

Tonka Quick Facts

Country Mali (ML)
Region Tombouctou
Circles Goundam
Postal Code Status No Official Postal/Zip Code Used

What to Know About Tonka

Key Facts

Tonka is a commune located in the Cercle of Goundam within the Tombouctou Region of Mali. Situated in the central part of the country, this administrative division lies in the arid Sahel region characterized by semi-desert landscapes and sparse vegetation. Tonka occupies a strategic position near the Niger River, which serves as a vital water source for the local communities and supports limited agricultural activities in an otherwise challenging environment. The commune covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and supports a population of around 15,000 people, primarily from Tuareg and Songhai ethnic groups who maintain traditional livelihoods including pastoralism, fishing, and small-scale farming. As part of Mali's local governance structure, Tonka represents one of the fundamental administrative units that facilitate regional development and public service delivery. The commune's location within the larger Goundam Cercle places it in close proximity to important historical sites and trade routes that have shaped the cultural heritage of this region for centuries. Visitors and residents seeking detailed information about Tonka's administrative subdivisions can access comprehensive postal code data for its villages and settlements through our regional directory services.

Neighboring Regions

* Soboundou

* Raz El Ma

* Adarmalane

* Gargando

* Doukouria

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