Sokoto Postal Codes: 352105 to 883101
Postal Codes for Sokoto range from 352105 to 883101 in Nigeria. To find exact Postal Codes and postcodes within Sokoto, choose from the districts below.
Local Government Areas in Sokoto
Sample Address Format for Sokoto
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[City, ZIP]
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Street Address / PO Box
Sokoto, 352105
NIGERIA
Sokoto on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Sokoto state in Nigeria.
Sokoto Quick Facts
| Country | Nigeria (NG) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Nigeria |
| Postal Code | 352105~883101 |
| ISO Codes | NG / NGA / 566 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .ng |
| Coordinates | 13.06112, 5.31522 |
| Local Government Areas | 23 |
What to Know About Sokoto
Key Facts
Sokoto is a state in northwestern Nigeria, serving as the capital of Sokoto State and the seat of the Sokoto Sultanate Council. Located approximately 342 kilometers northwest of Abuja, the federal capital, Sokoto sits near the confluence of the Sokoto and Rima rivers, close to the border with Niger. The city covers an area of about 145 square kilometers and has an estimated population of over 700,000 people, making it one of the major urban centers in Nigeria's northwestern region. Sokoto is divided into two local government areas: Sokoto North and Sokoto South, which together contain numerous districts and neighborhoods. Historically significant as the center of the 19th-century Sokoto Caliphate, the city remains an important Islamic religious and cultural hub in West Africa. The city's economy is primarily based on commerce, agriculture, and traditional crafts, with its strategic border location facilitating cross-border trade. For those seeking detailed postal code information for Sokoto's various districts and neighborhoods, comprehensive resources are available to assist with mail delivery and location identification throughout the city.
Neighboring Regions
- Wamako
- Dange-Shuni
- Kware
- Binji