Ruiru is a Sub-County located in Kiambu County, approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Nairobi’s central business district. Ruiru’s primary postal code is 00232, used for its headquarters and most areas within the sub-county
Ruiru at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 2013 |
| Parent County | Kiambu County |
| Geographic Location | 1°10’S, 36°58’E; 20 km northeast of Nairobi |
| Total Area (sq km) | 292 km² |
| Population (2019 Census) | 490,120 |
| Number of Wards | 8 |
| Number of Constituencies | 1 (Ruiru Constituency) |
Administrative Structure
Ruiru Sub-County operates under the Kiambu County Government, led by a sub-county administrator. It comprises one constituency (Ruiru) divided into eight electoral wards.
| Administrative Unit Type | Name of Unit |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Ruiru Constituency |
| Wards | Gitothua |
| Biashara | |
| Gatongora | |
| Kahawa Sukari | |
| Kahawa Wendani | |
| Kiuu | |
| Kiuu | |
| Kiuu |
Complete Ruiru Postal Code List
Below are the verified postal codes for Ruiru :
| Ward/Town/Area | Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ruiru Headquarters | 00232 | Post Office/Administrative |
| Biashara | 00232 | Residential/Commercial |
| Gitothua | 00232 | Residential |
| Gatongora | 00232 | Residential |
| Kahawa Sukari | 00232 | Residential/Schools |
| Githurai | 00232 | Residential/Commercial |
| Kimbo | 00232 | Industrial/Residential |
| Jacaranda | 00232 | Residential |
| Theta | 00232 | Residential |
| Viwanda | 00232 | Commercial |
| Murera | 00232 | Residential |