Auchi Postal Codes, Etsako West, Edo Nigeria

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

Auchi on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Auchi 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 Auchi

Key Facts

Auchi is a prominent town and the administrative headquarters of Etsako West Local Government Area in Edo State, Nigeria. Located in the northern part of Edo State, Auchi serves as a major commercial and transportation hub within the region, strategically positioned along the busy Benin-Okene-Lokoja highway. With an estimated population of approximately 150,000-200,000 people, Auchi covers an area of roughly 350 square kilometers and sits at an elevation of about 350 meters above sea level. The town is historically significant as the traditional home of the Avianwu people and is renowned for housing the prestigious Auchi Polytechnic, one of Nigeria's foremost higher education institutions established in 1964. Etsako West Local Government Area, which Auchi administers, comprises several other towns and villages including Jattu, Iyerekhu, and Afashio. As the administrative center, Auchi provides essential services and governance for the entire local government area, making it crucial for residents and visitors seeking postal code information and other municipal services for its constituent communities.

Neighboring Regions

* Etsako Central

* Etsako East

* Owan West

* Ovia North-East