Katagum Postal Codes, Bauchi Nigeria

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

Areas in Katagum

Katagum on the Map

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

What to Know About Katagum

Key Facts

Katagum is a Local Government Area located in Bauchi State, northeastern Nigeria. Situated in the northern part of Bauchi State, Katagum lies within the Sudan Savanna vegetation zone and serves as an important administrative and commercial center for the surrounding region. The LGA covers approximately 1,463 square kilometers and has a population of around 295,970 people according to recent estimates, primarily comprising Hausa and Fulani ethnic groups. Katagum is divided into 10 administrative wards, including Azare, Gabarin, Madangala, and Zungur, with Azare serving as the LGA headquarters and main commercial hub. The area's economy is predominantly agricultural, with significant production of crops like millet, sorghum, and groundnuts, supplemented by livestock rearing and small-scale trading activities. As part of Nigeria's postal system, Katagum Local Government Area contains multiple postal codes that facilitate mail delivery and administrative services across its various wards and communities.

Neighboring Regions

* Gamawa

* Itas/Gadau

* Jama'are

* Zaki