Tambuwal Postal Codes: 850101 to 850271 | Sokoto

Key Facts

Tambuwal is a Local Government Area in Sokoto State, Nigeria, serving as an important administrative division within the country's federal structure. Located in the eastern part of Sokoto State, Tambuwal lies within the northwestern region of Nigeria, positioned approximately between latitudes 12°00'N and 13°00'N and longitudes 4°30'E and 5°30'E. This local government area covers an estimated land area of about 2,648 square kilometers, making it one of the larger administrative units in Sokoto State. According to recent estimates, Tambuwal has a population of approximately 250,000 people, primarily comprising Hausa and Fulani ethnic groups who engage mainly in agriculture, livestock rearing, and small-scale trading. The area is divided into 11 electoral wards, including Tambuwal, Sanyinna, Barkeji, and others, which serve as the primary sub-regions for administrative purposes. The landscape is characterized by Sudan Savanna vegetation, with the region experiencing a typical Sahel climate marked by distinct wet and dry seasons. As an important administrative center, Tambuwal provides access to postal code information and other governmental services for residents across its various wards and communities.

Neighboring Regions

• Kebbe
• Bodinga
• Dange-Shuni
• Gudu
• Tangaza
• Wurno
• Yabo