Umuahia Postal Codes, Umuahia North, Abia Nigeria

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Umuahia, located in Abia, Umuahia North, Nigeria. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Umuahia to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Umuahia on the Map

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

What to Know About Umuahia

Key Facts

Umuahia is the capital city of Abia State in southeastern Nigeria, serving as both a local government area and the state's administrative headquarters. Located in the Umuahia North local government area, this urban center sits approximately 45 kilometers northeast of the commercial hub of Aba and about 63 kilometers southeast of Owerri. With an estimated population of over 350,000 people as of recent census data, Umuahia covers an area of roughly 385 square kilometers, making it one of the more densely populated urban centers in the region. The city is administratively divided into several wards and neighborhoods that facilitate local governance and service delivery. Historically significant as the temporary capital of Biafra during the Nigerian Civil War, Umuahia has evolved into a modern administrative and commercial center while maintaining its cultural heritage. The city serves as the political nerve center for Abia State, housing the state government complex, legislative assembly, and various federal institutions. For residents and businesses operating within Umuahia, accessing accurate postal code information for its various neighborhoods and streets is essential for efficient mail delivery and location-based services throughout the city's administrative divisions.

Neighboring Regions

* Umuahia South

* Ikwuano

* Isiala Ngwa North

* Isiala Ngwa South