Makadara is a sub-county in Nairobi County located in the southeastern part of the city. It was established in 2013 under Kenya’s devolved governance system, which resulted from the restructuring of former constituencies, including Bahati and Donholm. The sub-county is bordered by Embakasi, Kamukunji, and Starehe sub-counties. The main postal code for Makadara Sub-County headquarters is 00522. The postal code range for the sub-county spans 00500 (Enterprise Road) to 00522 (Makadara Central)
Makadara Sub-County at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 2013 |
| Parent County | Nairobi City County |
| Geographic Location | Southeastern Nairobi |
| Total Area (sq km) | 13 |
| Population (2019 Census) | |
| Number of Wards | 4 |
| Number of Constituencies | 1 |
Administrative Structure
Makadara Sub-County operates under Nairobi City County’s devolved governance framework. It is led by a Sub-County Administrator who coordinates public services like healthcare, education, and infrastructure with county departments.
The sub-county falls under the Makadara Constituency, represented by the MP, and includes four wards as follows:
| Administrative Unit Type | Name of Unit |
|---|---|
| Constituency | Makadara |
| Wards | Maringo/Hamza, Viwandani, Harambee, Makongeni |
Complete Makadara Sub-County Postal Code List
Embakasi South Postal Codes vary from Region to region within the sub-county as follows:
| Ward/Town/Area Name | Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makadara Central | 00522 | Sub-County HQ/Post Office |
| Viwandani | 00507 | Industrial Zone |
| Makongeni | 00510 | Residential Estate |
| Maringo | 00522 | Residential Estate |
| Harambee | 00522 | Residential Zone |
| Hamza | 00522 | Residential Zone |