Uthiru’s primary postal code is 00605. It is classified as a suburban settlement in Nairobi and Kiambu counties. Uthiru is located approximately 12 km northwest of Nairobi’s Central Business District, bordering Kangemi to the east and Kikuyu to the west. It falls under the Dagoretti South Constituency
Uthiru at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Administrative Type | ILRI, University of Nairobi, Upper Kabete Campus, Kabete Polytechnic |
| Parent County | Nairobi (partially extends into Kiambu) |
| Parent Constituency | Dagoretti South |
| Geographic Location | Northwest Nairobi, bordering Kangemi and Kikuyu |
| Key Institutions | ILRI, University of Nairobi Upper Kabete Campus, Kabete Polytechnic |
| Postal Code Range | 00605 (primary code) |
Administrative Structure
Uthiru operates as a localised administrative unit under Dagoretti South Constituency, with governance shared between Nairobi and Kiambu county authorities due to its cross-county status. The area lacks standalone administrative offices but is served by Dagoretti South’s sub-county offices for critical services like land registration and public health.
Major Subdivisions and Facilities in Uthiru are as follows:
| Administrative Unit | Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Facility | University of Nairobi Upper Kabete Campus | |
| Research Institute | ILRI Headquarters | |
| Religious Center | St. Stephen Catholic Church |
Complete Uthiru Postal Code List
| Area/Location | Postal Code | Facility Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uthiru Central | 00605 | Residential/Commercial |
| Wayaki Way | 00605 | Major Road |
| ILRI Headquarters | 00605 | Research Facility |
| University of Nairobi Upper Kabete Campus | 00605 | Educational Institution |