Northern (Oro) Postal Codes: 241 to 244

Key Facts

Northern Province, commonly known as Oro Province, is one of Papua New Guinea's 22 provincial-level administrative divisions. Located in the southeastern part of the country, it occupies a strategic position along the northeastern coast of the island of New Guinea, bordered by the Solomon Sea to the east. The province covers approximately 22,800 square kilometers and has a population of around 186,000 people according to recent estimates. Oro Province is administratively divided into four districts - Ijivitari, Sohe, Tufi, and Popondetta Urban - which are further subdivided into local-level government areas. The provincial capital, Popondetta, serves as the main administrative and commercial center. The region is characterized by diverse geography ranging from coastal plains to mountainous interiors, including parts of the Owen Stanley Range. Oro Province is perhaps best known internationally as the location of the Kokoda Track, a historic trail of significant importance during World War II. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative breakdowns, this province's districts and local-level governments provide the framework for accessing specific location data throughout the region.

Neighboring Regions

• Morobe Province
• Gulf Province
• Central Province
• Milne Bay Province