Chikun LGA, Kaduna State Postal/Zip Codes
Postal codes or zip codes are a combination of letters and digits used for the purpose of sorting out mail. The codes are recognized globally.
When something is sent through a post office, the codes are used to determine the exact location. The codes at the end are for a specific place. Sometimes, they come in form of both alphabets and numbers. The postal codes are used by postal agencies worldwide as well as courier, logistics and delivery companies to ensure quick and efficient delivery.
The codes are also important in determining demographic information, census, and economic planning.
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Zip Code
Zip code is the coding system used in identifying the location and ensuring the quick delivery of mail or other deliveries. It was introduced in 1963 by the United States Postal Services and is currently used in the United States and the Philippines.
Postal Codes
The postal code is used by all countries in the world, with the exception of the US and the Philippines to facilitate the sorting of mails automatically. Postal Codes on the other hand was introduced in 1959 and is used globally. Postal codes might contain numbers, letters and sometimes even punctuation marks, depending on the location.
Each country, state, zone or district have their own unique postcodes administered by the location’s indigenous Postal Services Agency.
The terms Postal codes and Zip codes can however be used interchangeably.
Postal Codes in Nigeria
Nigeria uses the postal code system, as administered by the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST). For the purpose of administering the Zip codes in Nigeria, NIPOST categories the country into 9 regions. The first 6 digits are determined based on the regions while the last 3 digits are dependant on the local post office in the area.
Here is a compilation of all the Zip codes and postal codes in Chikun Local Government, Kaduna State.
Chikun, 800104
Bagado
Chikun
Doga-Maijama
Gayan
Kakau
Kashebo
Kotarma
Mafoina
Matari Kujama
Moi Jama A
Narayi
Rido
Sabon-Tasha
Sabon-Yelwa
Tsaunin Kura
Unguwar Sunday
Gwagwada, 800107
Buruku
Chikun
Gadani
Gwagwada
Kasaya
Katarma
Kugo
Kunai
Kuriga
Nassarawa
Kufana, 800106
Afago
Iburu
Idon
Iri
Kufana
Makyali
Maro
Rafin-Kunu
Unguwan Gamo
