Nkume Postal Codes: 411112 | Uzo Uwani, Enugu

Key Facts

Nkume is a community located within the Uzo Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State in southeastern Nigeria. Situated in the northern part of Uzo Uwani, Nkume lies within Nigeria's tropical rainforest belt and forms part of the cultural and geographical landscape of the Igbo heartland. This rural community serves as an important settlement area for local agricultural activities and traditional governance structures. While specific population figures for Nkume are not officially documented at the community level, the broader Uzo Uwani Local Government Area had an estimated population of approximately 178,000 people according to the 2006 census, with Nkume contributing to this total as one of its constituent communities. The community operates under the traditional leadership system common throughout southeastern Nigeria, with local administration handled through community development unions and traditional councils. Nkume's economy is predominantly agrarian, with residents engaged in subsistence farming, palm produce cultivation, and small-scale trading activities typical of rural Nigerian communities. For those seeking to access postal services or communicate with residents in this area, understanding Nkume's position within the broader administrative structure of Uzo Uwani Local Government Area is essential for accurate addressing and mail delivery.

Neighboring Regions

• Umulokpa
• Adani
• Igga
• Nkpologu
• Nimbo