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Postal Codes in Koshi Province

Koshi Province has 14 districts and 137 local levels, each with its own postal code under Nepal's 2025 federal postal-code system.

Use the table below to find the district you need, then open its page to look up the exact postal code for any municipality, rural municipality, or ward within Koshi Province.

Koshi Province Postal Code Summary

ProvinceKoshi Province
Districts14
Local Levels137
CountryNepal

Districts in Koshi Province

DistrictLocal LevelsPostal Code Range
Bhojpur910601–10609
Dhankuta710701–10707
Ilam1011001–11010
Jhapa1511101–11115
Khotang1010501–10510
Morang1711201–11217
Okhaldhunga810401–10408
Panchthar810901–10908
Sankhuwasabha1010201–10210
Solukhumbu810301–10308
Sunsari1211301–11312
Taplejung910101–10109
Tehrathum610801–10806
Udayapur811401–11408

How to Use Koshi Province Postal Codes

Every municipality and rural municipality in Koshi Province has its own 5-digit postal code. To find the correct code for an address:

  • Find the district in the table above and open its page.
  • Look up the municipality or rural municipality on that district's page.
  • Use the matching postal code, or the ward-specific code if you need one.

Postal Code and ZIP Code in Koshi Province

"Postal code" and "ZIP code" mean the same thing in Nepal — there is no separate ZIP code system. Whether a form, courier, or website in Koshi Province asks for a "postal code" or a "ZIP code," use the same 5-digit local-level code.

Example Address

A complete address in Koshi Province looks like this:

Recipient Name
Ward No. [X], Amachok
Bhojpur District, Koshi Province
Postal Code: 10609, Nepal

Envelope Example for Koshi Province Postal Code

Here is how a sender and recipient address, each within Koshi Province, would appear on an envelope:

Sender:
Sender Name
Ward No. [X], Chauwise
Dhankuta District, Koshi Province
Postal Code: 10707, Nepal

                                    To:
                                    Recipient Name
                                    Ward No. [X], Amachok
                                    Bhojpur District
                                    Koshi Province
                                    Postal Code: 10609
                                    Nepal

Tip: always write the postal code right after the local level name, on its own line, so it stands out during sorting and delivery.

Example envelope showing where to write a postal code in a Nepal mailing address, with the old 5-digit code broken down into region, district, and post office digits
Example of the pre-2025 postal code format: how the 5-digit code was written on an envelope.

Postal Codes by District in Koshi Province

Bhojpur District

Bhojpur District has 9 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10601 to 10609.

Dhankuta District

Dhankuta District has 7 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10701 to 10707.

Ilam District

Ilam District has 10 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 11001 to 11010.

Jhapa District

Jhapa District has 15 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 11101 to 11115.

Khotang District

Khotang District has 10 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10501 to 10510.

Morang District

Morang District has 17 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 11201 to 11217.

Okhaldhunga District

Okhaldhunga District has 8 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10401 to 10408.

Panchthar District

Panchthar District has 8 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10901 to 10908.

Sankhuwasabha District

Sankhuwasabha District has 10 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10201 to 10210.

Solukhumbu District

Solukhumbu District has 8 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10301 to 10308.

Sunsari District

Sunsari District has 12 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 11301 to 11312.

Taplejung District

Taplejung District has 9 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10101 to 10109.

Tehrathum District

Tehrathum District has 6 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 10801 to 10806.

Udayapur District

Udayapur District has 8 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 11401 to 11408.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the postal code range in Koshi Province?

Postal codes in Koshi Province are assigned per local level (municipality or rural municipality), so there is no single range for the whole province — each of its 14 districts has its own set of local-level postal codes. See the district table below for each district's range.

How many districts are in Koshi Province?

Koshi Province has 14 districts.

How many local levels are in Koshi Province?

Koshi Province has 137 local levels (municipalities, rural municipalities, and metropolitan or sub-metropolitan cities) across its 14 districts.

Is the postal code the same for every district in Koshi Province?

No. Each district in Koshi Province has its own set of local-level postal codes — they are not shared across the province. Open a district's page to see its exact postal codes.

How do I find the correct postal code in Koshi Province?

Find your district in the table below, open its page, and look up your municipality or rural municipality to get its exact postal code.

Can I use these postal codes for courier and parcel delivery in Koshi Province?

Yes. Both Nepal Post and private couriers use the local-level postal code to route deliveries within Koshi Province, so including the correct code speeds up delivery.

Is the ZIP code the same as the postal code in Koshi Province?

Yes. "ZIP code" and "postal code" refer to the same thing in Nepal — there is no separate ZIP code system in Koshi Province or anywhere else in the country.

What should I include in an address in Koshi Province?

A complete address in Koshi Province should include the recipient's name, ward number, local level (municipality/rural municipality) name, district, "Koshi Province", the postal code, and "Nepal".

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