Takum Postal Codes, Taraba Nigeria

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

Takum on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Takum local government 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 Takum

Key Facts

Takum is a local government area located in the southern part of Taraba State, Nigeria. Situated in the tropical rainforest zone of the Middle Belt region, Takum lies approximately 300 kilometers south of Jalingo, the state capital, and shares borders with Cameroon to the east. This strategically positioned area covers approximately 2,679 square kilometers and serves as an important commercial and administrative center for the surrounding communities. Takum is divided into 10 electoral wards, including Takum Town, Manya, Fete, and Lumbu, which collectively manage local governance and development initiatives. The region is predominantly inhabited by the Kuteb, Jukun, and Chamba ethnic groups, who engage primarily in agriculture, with key crops including yams, cassava, maize, and oil palm. Takum also hosts the Takum College of Education and serves as a gateway for cross-border trade with neighboring Cameroon. For detailed postal code information and administrative data for Takum's various wards and communities, comprehensive resources are available to assist residents and businesses.

Neighboring Regions

* Ussa

* Donga

* Wukari

* Kurmi