Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Gudu, located in Sokoto, Nigeria. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Gudu to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Gudu local government areas in Nigeria. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
| Country | Nigeria (NG) |
|---|---|
| State | Sokoto |
| Postal Code Status | Official Codes in Use |
Gudu is a local government area located in the northwestern part of Sokoto State, Nigeria, positioned near the international border with Niger. Situated in the extreme northwestern corner of Nigeria, Gudu occupies a strategic position as one of the country's frontier regions, characterized by its semi-arid Sahel landscape and proximity to the Niger River basin. With an approximate population of around 120,000 people according to recent estimates, Gudu covers a land area of approximately 3,500 square kilometers, making it one of the larger local government areas in Sokoto State. The area is predominantly inhabited by Hausa and Fulani ethnic groups, with agriculture and livestock rearing serving as the primary economic activities in this rural region. Gudu is administratively divided into 11 electoral wards, which serve as its primary sub-regional divisions for governance and development planning. The local government area's proximity to the Niger border has historically facilitated cross-border trade and cultural exchanges between Nigerian and Nigerien communities. For residents and businesses seeking to access comprehensive postal code information for Gudu's various wards and settlements, detailed addressing data is available through official Nigerian postal services.
* Tangaza
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