Anambra State Postal Codes (Nigeria) – Complete List

Looking for the complete list of postal or ZIP codes for Anambra State, Nigeria? This article provides all the postal codes for towns, districts, and Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Anambra State, which is one of the major commercial and educational centres in southeastern Nigeria.

Anambra State is located in the South-East geopolitical zone of Nigeria. It shares boundaries with Delta, Imo, Enugu, and Kogi States. Its capital is Awka, while major cities include Onitsha and Nnewi, both of which are well-known for trade, industry, and commerce.

When filling forms, shipping parcels, or registering addresses online, it’s very important to use the correct postal code for your specific location. Each area in Anambra has its own code assigned by NIPOST (Nigerian Postal Service).

Statue of Nnamdi Azikiwe sitting under the Elephant Tusks, located in Zik Roundabout in Onitsha, Anambra State (Image Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CDE4zbTFrpu/)

Anambra State Demographic Profile

Field	Anambra State
Country	Nigeria
Geopolitical Zone	South East
State (Region)	Anambra
Capital	Awka
Population	~5.95 million (2022 estimate)
Male Population	~2,981,561
Female Population	~2,864,637
Median Age	~21.2 years
Median Age – Male	~20.9 years
Median Age – Female	~21.5 years
Total LGA	21
Total LCDA	–
Total Postal Codes	Many LGA-based ranges
Associated Postal Code	LGA postal code ranges like Awka South: 420001–420109; Awka North: 420110–420119; etc.
Demographic data is based on estimates and projections from CityFacts, Xplorer.ng, NIPOST postal directory data, and other sources; latest official census: 2006.

Anambra State LGAs and Their Postal Codes

LGA	Postal Code(s)
Aguata	422111 – 422124
Anambra East	432101 – 432107
Anambra West	432109 – 432115
Anaocha	422101 – 422110
Awka North	420111 – 420123
Awka South	420102 – 420110
Ayamelum	433108 – 433115
Dunukofia	421107 – 421112, 473120
Ekwusigo	435112 – 435115
Idemili North	434101 – 434110
Idemili South	434111 – 434117
Ihiala	431116 – 431125
Njikoka	421101 – 421106, 471121
Nnewi North	435101
Nnewi South	435102
Ogbaru	434101
Onitsha North	430231 – 430282
Onitsha South	430001 – 430283
Orumba North	423101
Orumba South	423102
Oyi	422102

(Postal code ranges may cover towns, villages, and districts within each LGA.)

Area	Postal Code
Awka (Capital City)	420001
Onitsha Main Town	430231
Nnewi	435101
Ihiala	431001
Ekwulobia	422107
Ogidi	434102
Oko	422106
Oba	434104
Uli	431103
Omor	431102

Additional Notes

Verify your postal code using NIPOST’s official lookup tool or at your nearest post office.
Each village or district within an LGA may have a slightly different code.
Postal codes are very important for e-commerce, banking, and logistics services.

1.

Where is Anambra State located in Nigeria?

Anambra State is located in South East Nigeria. It shares boundaries with Enugu, Kogi, Delta, and Imo States.

2.

What is the postal code for Awka, Anambra State?

Awka, the capital of Anambra State, uses postal codes ranging from 420001 to 420281, depending on the area or district.

3.

What is the postal code for Onitsha?

Onitsha has postal codes within the range of 430001 to 430282, covering both Onitsha North and Onitsha South LGAs.

4.

Is 23401 the postal code for Nigeria?

No. 23401 is not Nigeria’s postal code; it’s a country calling code often confused with postal codes. Each LGA and community in Nigeria has its own unique postal code.

5.

How can I find my postal code in Anambra State?

Scroll through this guide to locate your Local Government Area or town. Each one lists its corresponding postal code. You can also confirm through NIPOST’s official website.