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Postal Codes in Lumbini Province

Lumbini Province has 12 districts and 109 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 Lumbini Province.

Lumbini Province Postal Code Summary

ProvinceLumbini Province
Districts12
Local Levels109
CountryNepal

Districts in Lumbini Province

DistrictLocal LevelsPostal Code Range
Arghakhanchi650501–50506
Banke851101–51108
Bardiya851201–51208
Dang1051001–51010
Gulmi1250401–50412
Kapilvastu1050901–50910
Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West)750701–50707
Palpa1050601–50610
Pyuthan950301–50309
Rolpa1050201–50210
Rukum East350101–50103
Rupandehi1650801–50816

How to Use Lumbini Province Postal Codes

Every municipality and rural municipality in Lumbini 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 Lumbini 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 Lumbini Province asks for a "postal code" or a "ZIP code," use the same 5-digit local-level code.

Example Address

A complete address in Lumbini Province looks like this:

Recipient Name
Ward No. [X], Bhumikasthan
Arghakhanchi District, Lumbini Province
Postal Code: 50503, Nepal

Envelope Example for Lumbini Province Postal Code

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

Sender:
Sender Name
Ward No. [X], Baijanath
Banke District, Lumbini Province
Postal Code: 51103, Nepal

                                    To:
                                    Recipient Name
                                    Ward No. [X], Bhumikasthan
                                    Arghakhanchi District
                                    Lumbini Province
                                    Postal Code: 50503
                                    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 Lumbini Province

Arghakhanchi District

Arghakhanchi District has 6 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50501 to 50506.

Banke District

Banke District has 8 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 51101 to 51108.

Bardiya District

Bardiya District has 8 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 51201 to 51208.

Dang District

Dang District has 10 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 51001 to 51010.

Gulmi District

Gulmi District has 12 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50401 to 50412.

Kapilvastu District

Kapilvastu District has 10 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50901 to 50910.

Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West) District

Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West) District has 7 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50701 to 50707.

Palpa District

Palpa District has 10 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50601 to 50610.

Pyuthan District

Pyuthan District has 9 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50301 to 50309.

Rolpa District

Rolpa District has 10 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50201 to 50210.

Rukum East District

Rukum East District has 3 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50101 to 50103.

Rupandehi District

Rupandehi District has 16 local levels, with postal codes ranging from 50801 to 50816.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the postal code range in Lumbini Province?

Postal codes in Lumbini Province are assigned per local level (municipality or rural municipality), so there is no single range for the whole province — each of its 12 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 Lumbini Province?

Lumbini Province has 12 districts.

How many local levels are in Lumbini Province?

Lumbini Province has 109 local levels (municipalities, rural municipalities, and metropolitan or sub-metropolitan cities) across its 12 districts.

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

No. Each district in Lumbini 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 Lumbini 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 Lumbini Province?

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

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

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

What should I include in an address in Lumbini Province?

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

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