Sokoto State Postal Code Guide (Updated List of ZIP Codes & Postcodes)

Searching for the correct Sokoto State postal code? This comprehensive directory contains verified postcodes for towns, districts, communities, and Local Government Areas across Sokoto State. Whether you need a postcode for online registration, parcel delivery, banking documentation, or location identification, this guide makes it easier to locate the right code quickly.

All postal codes listed here follow the official six-digit NIPOST format used throughout Nigeria. Although many people use the term ZIP code, the approved Nigerian term remains postcode or postal code.

Overview

• State: Sokoto State
• Capital City: Sokoto
• Country: Nigeria
• Geopolitical Zone: North West Nigeria
• Postcode Format: Six-digit NIPOST postal code system

About Sokoto State

Sokoto state was created on 3 February 1976 and is located in the far north-western region of Nigeria, sharing an international border with the Republic of Niger. Covering a land area of roughly 25,973 square kilometres, the state is widely recognized for its deep Islamic heritage, traditional institutions, and historical influence in Northern Nigeria. Hausa and Fulfulde are the dominant languages spoken across many communities, while farming, livestock trading, leather works, and local commerce remain key economic activities. Important landmarks include the Sultan’s Palace in Sokoto, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, the central markets, and several historic Islamic learning centres spread across the state.

Complete List of Sokoto State Postal Codes

Below are the postal codes for various Local Government Areas and communities in Sokoto State.

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Binji LGA

• Binji — 853101

Bodinga LGA

• Bodinga — 852101
• Danchadi — 853104
• Sifawa — 852103

Dange/Shuni LGA

• Dange — 852106
• Shuni — 852107

Gada LGA

• Gada — 843102

Goronyo LGA

• Goronyo — 843104

Gudu LGA

• Gudu — 841102

Gwadabawa LGA

• Gwadabawa — 843103

Illela LGA

• Illela — 843101

Kebbe LGA

• Kebbe — 850105

Kware LGA

• Hamma Ali — 841104
• Kware — 841103
• Durbawa — 841105
• Umaruwa — 841106
• Saki — 841107

Rabah LGA

• Rabah — 842103
• Gandi — 842104

Sabon Birni LGA

• Sabon Birni — 842106

Silame LGA

• Silame — 853102

Sokoto North LGA

• Sokoto Rural — 840101

Tangaza LGA

• Tangaza — 841101

Tureta LGA

• Tureta — 852105

Wammako LGA

• Wammako — 840102
• Gumbi — 840103
• Dundaye — 840104

Wurno LGA

• Wurno — 842101
• Achida — 842102

Isa LGA

• Isa — 883101

Tambuwal LGA

• Tambuwal — 850101
• Dogondaji — 850102
• Jabo — 850103
• Sanyinna — 850104
• Gindi — 850106

Yabo LGA

• Yabo — 851101
• Kilgori — 851102

Shagari LGA

• Shagari — 851103
• Dandin Mahe — 851104

Sokoto City Postal Codes

• Ali Akilu GRA — 840212
• Mabera Gidan Godobe — 840213
• Government House — 840221
• Yauri Flat Area — 840222
• Low Cost (Gwiwa) — 840223
• Gwiwa — 840224
• Central Market Street — 840231
• Gawon Nama — 840232
• Barikin Marmato — 840233
• Badon Barde — 840234
• Rijiyan Dorawa — 840241
• Old Market — 840242
• Cattle Market/Bagidane — 840243
• Gidan Igwai — 840245
• Tudun Wada — 840252
• Magajin Gari — 840253
• Minanata/Ungwan Rogo — 840261
• Mabera Tsohon Gida I — 840271
• Mabera Shiyar Fulani — 840272
• Mabera Tsohon Gida II — 840281
• Mabera Idi — 840282
• Mabera Gidan Dahala — 840283

Tambuwal Town Postal Codes

• Sabon Gari Kasuwa — 850261
• Takalmawa — 850211
• Nassarawa — 850251
• Shiyar Kalgawa — 850222
• Emir’s Palace — 850221
• Kofar Gwandu — 850231
• Gobirawa — 850232
• GGSS Area — 850271

How to Write a Correct Sokoto Postal Address

For successful mail or package delivery within Sokoto State, use the format below:

Recipient Name
House Number & Street Name
Area or District
Town/LGA, Sokoto State
Postal Code
Nigeria

Example

Aisha Bello
12 Central Market Road
Gawon Nama Area
Sokoto, Sokoto State
840232
Nigeria

Neighboring States Around Sokoto

• Kebbi State
• Zamfara State
• Niger State

Frequently Asked Questions