Etche Postal Codes: 512101 | Rivers
The Postal Codes for Etche is 512101 in Rivers, Rivers, Nigeria. The table below lists Postal Codes and postcodes for places within Etche.
Areas in Etche
Sample Address Format for Etche
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Etche, Rivers, 512101
NIGERIA
Etche on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Etche local government areas in Nigeria.
Etche Quick Facts
| Country | Nigeria (NG) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Nigeria → Rivers |
| Postal Code | 512101 |
| State | Rivers |
| ISO Codes | NG / NGA / 566 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .ng |
| Coordinates | 5.076532, 7.092639 |
| Areas | 1 |
What to Know About Etche
Key Facts
Etche is a Local Government Area located in Rivers State, Nigeria, situated in the southeastern part of the country. Positioned in the central region of Rivers State, Etche lies approximately 40 kilometers northwest of Port Harcourt, the state capital. This predominantly rural area covers approximately 805 square kilometers and has an estimated population of over 300,000 people according to recent census data. Etche is administratively divided into several wards and communities, with its headquarters located in Okehi. The region is primarily inhabited by the Etche people, an Igbo-speaking ethnic group known for their rich cultural heritage and agricultural traditions. The area's economy is largely based on agriculture, with significant production of palm oil, cassava, yams, and other crops, though it also contains some oil and gas resources. Etche serves as an important agricultural hub within Rivers State, contributing significantly to the state's food production while maintaining its traditional cultural identity. For those seeking detailed postal code information for the various communities and sub-regions within Etche Local Government Area, comprehensive data is available through official channels.
Neighboring Regions
- Omuma
- Ikwerre
- Obio-Akpor
- Oyigbo
- Eleme