In Nigeria, Kano State is the only state whose postal codes begin with the digit 70 or 71. So, whenever you come across a postcode starting with 71 or 70, it most likely belongs to Kano State.
Kano State postal codes follow the standard Nigerian six-digit postcode format approved by Nigerian Postal Service. The state capital, Kano, also known as Kano City, has several unique ZIP and postal codes assigned to different districts and areas.
This directory contains verified and regularly updated Kano State postal codes, covering Local Government Areas (LGAs), towns, districts, and communities across the state.
Overview
| State | Kano State |
| Capital City | Kano |
| Region | North West |
| Country | Nigeria |
About Kano State
Kano State is located in the North-Western region of Nigeria and was created on May 27, 1967. It is one of the most populated states in the country and occupies a large landmass known for commerce and agriculture. The major language spoken is Hausa, while trading, farming, textile production, and livestock business remain key occupations. Popular landmarks in the state include Kano City Walls, Emir’s Palace Kano, and Kurmi Market.
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Comprehensive List of Postal Codes in Kano State Nigeria
Below is a complete list of Kano State postal codes arranged by Local Government Area (LGA) and major towns or districts.
Ajingi LGA
- Ajingi — 713103
Albasu LGA
- Albasu — 712104
Bagwai LGA
- Bagwai — 701104
Bebeji LGA
- Bebeji — 711104
Bichi LGA
- Bichi — 703101
Bunkure LGA
- Bunkure — 710103
Danbatta LGA
- Danbatta — 702104
Dawakin Kudu LGA
- Dawakin Kudu — 713104
Dawakin Tofa LGA
- Dawakin Tofa — 701101
Doguwa LGA
- Doguwa — 710105
Dala LGA
- Dala — 700103
Gabasawa LGA
- Gabasawa — 702102
Garko LGA
- Garko — 712101
Garun Malam LGA
- Garun Malam — 711103
Gaya LGA
- Gaya — 713102
Gezawa LGA
- Gezawa — 702101
Gwarzo LGA
- Gwarzo — 704101
Kabo LGA
- Kabo — 704103
Karaye LGA
- Karaye — 704104
Kibiya LGA
- Kibiya — 710102
Kiru LGA
- Kiru — 711105
Kumbotso LGA
- Kumbotso — 700104
Kunchi LGA
- Kunchi — 703103
Kura LGA
- Kura — 711101
Madobi LGA
- Madobi — 711102
Makoda LGA
- Makoda — 702105
Minjibir LGA
- Minjibir — 702103
Rano LGA
- Rano — 710101
Rimin Gado LGA
- Rimin Gado — 701102
Rogo LGA
- Rogo — 704105
Shanono LGA
- Shanono — 704102
Sumaila LGA
- Sumaila — 712102
Takai LGA
- Takai — 712103
Tarauni / Fagge / Nassarawa
- Nassarawa Tarauni Rural — 700101
- Fagge Waje — 700102
Tsanyawa LGA
- Tsanyawa — 703102
Tudun Wada LGA
- Tudun Wada — 710104
Ungogo LGA
- Ungogo — 700105
Warawa LGA
- Warawa — 713105
Wudil LGA
- Wudil — 713101
Kano City Postal Codes
Fagge Area
- Kano Fagge — 700213
- Yakasai — 700212
- Badawa — 700214
Government & Traditional Areas
- Emir’s Palace — 700211
- Government House — 700222
Gwale Area
- Gwale — 700231
- Gwangwazo — 700221
- Gwammaja — 700252
Tarauni Area
- Tarauni — 700223
- Gyadi Gyadi — 700233
Other Districts
- Gandun Albasa — 700224
- Naibawa — 700225
- Sharada — 700232
- Kabuga — 700241
- Mansarawa — 700251
- Sabon Gari — 700261
- Dakata — 700281
- Bompai — 700282
Standard Postal Address Format for Kano State
When sending letters or parcels to any location in Kano State, use the correct Nigerian postal address format below:
Recipient Name
Hou. Number & Street Name
Area or District
Town/City
Local Government Area
Kano State
Postal Code
Nigeria
Example
Ibrahim Musa
15 Emir Road
Sabon Gari
Kano Municipal LGA
Kano State
700261
Nigeria
Nearby States & Postal Code
Click each nearby state to view its complete postcode directory:
- Kaduna State — Postal codes begin with 8
- Jigawa State — Postal codes begin with 7
- Katsina State — Postal codes begin with 8
- Bauchi State — Postal codes begin with 7
FAQs About Kano State Postal Codes
1. What is the main postal code for Kano State?
Kano State does not use a single postcode for all locations. Instead, every LGA, district, and community has its own unique six-digit postal code beginning with the number 7.
2. Is Kano ZIP code the same as postal code?
Yes. In Nigeria, people often use the term ZIP code interchangeably with postal code, although the official term used by Nigerian Postal Service is postal code.
3. How can I find my exact Kano postal code?
You can identify your correct postcode by locating your Local Government Area, district, or town in the Kano postal code directory above. Areas within the same LGA may sometimes share similar postcode prefixes.