Dakan Tofa Postal Codes, Shendam, Plateau Nigeria

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

Dakan Tofa on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Dakan Tofa 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 Dakan Tofa

Key Facts

Dakan Tofa is a local government area located in Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria. Situated in the central part of Nigeria's Middle Belt region, Dakan Tofa lies within the broader Shendam administrative division, which serves as an important agricultural and administrative hub in southern Plateau State. This area is characterized by its diverse ethnic composition, primarily inhabited by the Goemai people alongside other ethnic groups, and features a landscape that transitions between the Jos Plateau and the Benue Valley. While specific population figures for Dakan Tofa itself are not readily available, the broader Shendam Local Government Area had an estimated population of approximately 208,000 people according to 2006 census projections. The region covers a modest geographical area typical of local government wards in Nigeria, with an economy predominantly based on subsistence farming, particularly the cultivation of crops like yams, maize, and millet. Dakan Tofa contains several smaller settlements and villages within its boundaries, forming an integral part of the rural administrative structure. For residents and visitors seeking detailed location information, accessing postal code data for the various communities within Dakan Tofa can facilitate mail delivery and official documentation processes.