Quick Answer:
- Postal Code(s): 00608
- Sub-County: Kasarani
- Location: Northeastern Nairobi
- Area: Approximately 65 km²
- Population (2019): 135,000 (estimate)
- Ward Type: Peri-urban, mixed housing; rapid development
- Main Areas: Njiru Town, Saika, Kamulu (parts), Githunguri, Njiru Market, Njiru Riverside, Outer Ring Road
Njiru Ward uses postal code 00608 as part of Kasarani Constituency, situated in northeastern Nairobi. The ward covers approximately 65 square kilometers and has an estimated population of 135,000. Key boundaries include Ruai to the east, Saika to the south, and Kayole on its southwestern frontier.
Neighboring Wards & Boundaries
Njiru Ward is bordered by Ruai to the east, Clay City and Mwiki to the north, and Saika to the south, with Kayole and Dandora lying to the west and southwest.
| Direction | Neighboring Ward/Area | Sub-County | Postal Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Mwiki | Kasarani | 00608 |
| South | Saika, Kayole | Embakasi | 00518 |
| East | Ruai, Kamulu | Kasarani | 00608 |
| West | Dandora, Umoja | Embakasi | 00516/00515 |
Postal Codes For Njiru (Kasarani)
| # | Ward/Area | Location / Facility | Postal Code | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAJOR AREAS & LANDMARKS | ||||
| 1 | Njiru Town | Njiru Town Residential Area | 00608 | Residential |
| 2 | Saika Area | Saika Neighborhood | 00608 | Residential |
| 3 | Kamulu (part) | Kamulu Border Zone | 00608 | Residential |
| 4 | Githunguri | Githunguri Area | 00608 | Residential |
| 5 | Njiru Market | Njiru Market Centre | 00608 | Commercial |
| 6 | Njiru Riverside | Njiru Riverside Area | 00608 | Residential |
| 7 | Njiru Settlement | Established Settlement Area | 00608 | Residential |
| 8 | Kware Border | Kware Transitional Zone | 00608 | Residential |
| MAJOR ROADS & ACCESS | ||||
| 9 | Njiru | Kangundo Road | 00608 | Transport |
| 10 | Njiru | Outer Ring Road | 00608 | Transport |
| 11 | Njiru | Raila Odinga Road | 00608 | Transport |
| 12 | Njiru | Kamatuto Road | 00608 | Transport |
| 13 | Njiru | Njiru Primary Admin Road | 00608 | Transport |
| COMMERCIAL & MARKETS | ||||
| 14 | Njiru Market | Njiru Shopping Centre | 00608 | Commercial |
| 15 | Saika | Saika Trading Center | 00608 | Commercial |
| 16 | Njiru | Githunguri Market | 00608 | Commercial |
| SCHOOLS & EDUCATION | ||||
| 17 | Njiru | Njiru ACK Primary School | 00608 | School |
| 18 | Njiru | Jehovah Jireh Primary School | 00608 | School |
| 19 | Njiru | Njiru Primary School | 00608 | School |
| 20 | Njiru | Jehovah Jireh Secondary School | 00608 | School |
| HEALTHCARE FACILITIES | ||||
| 21 | Njiru | Njiru Hospital | 00608 | Health |
| 22 | Njiru | St. John’s Community Clinic | 00608 | Health |
| 23 | Maili Saba | Maili Saba B Health Unit | 00608 | Health |
| 24 | Saika | Saika Health Centre | 00608 | Health |
| RELIGIOUS CENTERS | ||||
| 25 | Njiru | St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church | 00608 | Religious |
| 26 | Njiru | PCEA Njiru | 00608 | Religious |
| 27 | Njiru | KAG Njiru | 00608 | Religious |
| COMMUNITY & SOCIAL FACILITIES | ||||
| 28 | Njiru | Mwengenye Resource Centre | 00608 | Community |
| POSTAL SERVICES | ||||
| 29 | Kasarani | Kasarani Post Office | 00608 | Post Office |
| 30 | Ruai | Ruai Post Office | 00520 | Post Office |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the postal code for Njiru Ward?
Njiru primarily uses postal code 00608. Most residents and institutions within the ward use this code for mail and P.O. Box registrations.
2. Where is the nearest post office to Njiru Ward?
The nearest post office is Kasarani Post Office, located on Kasarani-Mwiki Road. It offers full postal services, including P.O. Boxes and courier facilities. Ruai and Mwiki Post Offices are nearby alternatives.
3. What is the postal code for Saika area in Njiru?
Saika uses postal code 00608. All addresses, businesses, and public facilities in Saika should use this code unless a very specific alternative is verified.
4. Does Njiru Ward have its own post office?
Njiru does not have a standalone post office. However, Kasarani, Ruai, and Mwiki post offices serve the ward with full mail and parcel services.
5. What areas are covered by postal code 00608?
Postal code 00608 covers Njiru Town, Saika, Kamulu (parts), Njiru Market, Outer Ring Road areas, and most major estates within Njiru Ward.
6. Which major estates are in Njiru Ward?
Njiru houses Njiru Town, Githunguri, Saika, Njiru Market, Kware border, Njiru Settlement, and parts of Kamulu and Riverside.