Umuowa Postal Codes, Orlu, Imo Nigeria

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

Postal Codes for Places in Umuowa

Place Name Postal Code
Ejemewune Umubu 473119
Odielieku Ujah 473119
Okwaraebike 473119
Okwu 473119
Okwuekititi-Umubu 473119
Uhu-Umuba 473119
Umudaduru 473119
Umudilee 473119
Umudim 473119
Umuezikegwu-Ujah 473119
Umuezukwe 473119
Umuogu 473119

Sample Address Format for Umuowa

[Recipient Name]
Street Address / PO Box
Umuowa, Orlu, Imo, 473119
NIGERIA
[Sender Name]
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]

Umuowa on the Map

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

Umuowa Quick Facts

Country Nigeria (NG)
State Imo
Local Government Areas Orlu
Postal Code Status Official Codes in Use

What to Know About Umuowa

Key Facts

Umuowa is a community located within the Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State in southeastern Nigeria. Situated in the heart of Igboland, this settlement lies approximately 25 kilometers southeast of Owerri, the state capital, and forms part of the densely populated Orlu agricultural zone known for its fertile lands and traditional farming practices. While specific population figures for Umuowa are not officially documented at the community level, the broader Orlu Local Government Area had an estimated population of over 250,000 people according to the 2006 census, with Umuowa contributing significantly to this figure as one of its prominent communities. The community covers a land area of approximately 5-7 square kilometers and is characterized by its typical Igbo settlement pattern of dispersed homesteads surrounded by farmlands. Umuowa operates under the traditional administrative structure common in southeastern Nigeria, with a recognized traditional ruler (Eze) and various village councils that manage local affairs. The community is divided into several kindred units and family compounds that maintain the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people, including traditional festivals, masquerade performances, and age-grade systems. As part of Nigeria's postal system, Umuowa falls within the postal code range allocated to Orlu Local Government Area, enabling residents and businesses to access reliable mail delivery services for their specific locations within the community.

Neighboring Regions

* Amaifeke

* Umuna

* Ihite

* Amike

* Umutanze

* Eziachi

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