Gourma-Rharous Postal Codes: No Official Code | Tombouctou
According to the Universal Postal Union (UPU), there is no official Postal Codes (Codes postaux) for Gourma-Rharous, as Mali does not use a national system. Use N/A or 00000 to complete shipping forms for Gourma-Rharous, Tombouctou.
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Sample Address Format for Gourma-Rharous
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Gourma-Rharous, Tombouctou, 00000
MALI
Gourma-Rharous on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Gourma-Rharous circles in Mali.
Gourma-Rharous Quick Facts
| Country | Mali (ML) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Mali → Tombouctou |
| Postal Code | |
| Region | Tombouctou |
| ISO Codes | ML / MLI / 466 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .ml |
| Coordinates | 16.877665, -1.925352 |
| Municipalities | 9 |
What to Know About Gourma-Rharous
Key Facts
Gourma-Rharous is a cercle (administrative district) located in the Tombouctou Region of northern Mali. Situated in the central part of the Tombouctou Region, this district occupies a strategic position along the Niger River, which flows through its territory and serves as a vital water source in this arid Sahelian landscape. Covering an area of approximately 45,000 square kilometers, Gourma-Rharous is home to roughly 150,000 people who primarily engage in agriculture, livestock rearing, and fishing along the Niger River's banks. The district is administratively divided into several communes, including Gourma-Rharous, Haribomo, Inadiatafane, and others that serve as the local governance units. The town of Gourma-Rharous itself serves as the administrative center and main settlement, functioning as a hub for the surrounding rural communities. This region's economy relies heavily on the seasonal flooding of the Niger River, which supports rice cultivation and pasturelands for livestock. To access detailed postal code information for the various communes and settlements within Gourma-Rharous Cercle, visitors can explore the specific sub-regional listings available through our comprehensive location database.
Neighboring Regions
- Niafunké
- Diré
- Goundam
- Douentza
- Bandiagara