Sankhu Postal Code: 44601

Find the official five-digit postal code for Sankhu in Sankhu Rural Municipality, Kathmandu district, Bagmati province, and use the correct address format for Nepal Post.

Official 5-Digit Postal Code
44601
Foreign form asking for 6 digits? Use: 044601

Location Details

Postal Code 44601
Location Name Sankhu
Palika / Municipality Sankhu Rural Municipality
District Kathmandu
Province Bagmati
Office Type Area Post Office

About Sankhu Post Office

Sankhu is part of Sankhu Rural Municipality in Kathmandu district, Bagmati Province of Nepal. Mail for this area is handled by a Area Post Office that operates under the postal code 44601.

Nepal uses a five-digit postal code system. The first digit broadly indicates the region, while the full code identifies the specific post office. Use 44601 for letters, parcels, courier bookings, and address verification in this area.

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How to Address Mail to Sankhu

Use this format when sending letters or parcels. A complete address with the correct postal code helps Nepal Post deliver faster.

Recipient Full Name
Ward No. / Tole / Street Name
Sankhu, Sankhu Rural Municipality
Kathmandu, Bagmati Province
NEPAL - 44601
  • Double-check the postal code before dispatch.
  • Add a nearby landmark and the recipient's phone number for courier deliveries.
  • Keep the receipt safe for registered mail so you can track it.

6-Digit Format for Foreign Websites

Nepal's official postal code for Sankhu is 44601 (five digits). Some international websites, e-commerce checkouts, and online forms only accept a six-digit ZIP or postal code. In that case, simply add a leading zero in front of the official code.

Official 5-digit 44601
Use on foreign sites 044601
For letters and parcels within Nepal, always use the official five-digit code 44601. Use the six-digit format only when a foreign website refuses to accept five digits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the postal code of Sankhu?
The official postal code of Sankhu is 44601. Use this five-digit code for all postal deliveries, couriers, and address forms within Nepal.
Which district and province is Sankhu located in?
Sankhu is situated in Sankhu Rural Municipality. It falls under Kathmandu district, located in Bagmati Province of Nepal.
What type of post office serves Sankhu?
Sankhu is served by a Area Post Office operating under the postal code 44601.
How should I address mail to Sankhu?
Write the recipient's name, ward or tole, Sankhu, Sankhu Rural Municipality, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal, and end with the postal code 44601.
Is the postal code 44601 used for the entire Sankhu Rural Municipality?
No. Each post office area has its own unique code. The code 44601 belongs to the Sankhu post office area. Nearby areas may have different codes, which you can check in the related list on this page.