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Bhutan ZIP Code Dataset

Comprehensive Bhutan ZIP code data with accurate geographic coordinates, administrative divisions, and time zone

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  • Randstad
  • Amazon
  • IBM
  • MSC

Sample Dataset Bhutan

ISOCountryLanguageRegion 1Region 2Region 3Region 4LocalityZip CodeLatitudeLongitudeTimezone
BTBhutanENChukhaN/AN/AN/AKamji27.00712889.563863Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENChukhaN/AN/AN/ALhamoizingkha27.00712889.563863Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENChukhaN/AN/AN/ATshimasham27.00712889.563863Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENDaganaN/AN/AN/ADagana27.03632689.909294Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENDaganaN/AN/AN/ADagapela27.03632689.909294Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENDaganaN/AN/AN/ADrujegang27.03632689.909294Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENDaganaN/AN/AN/AKana27.03632689.909294Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENGasaN/AN/AN/AGoen Khatoed28.00619689.960111Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENLhuntseN/AN/AN/ALhuntse27.73173991.139256Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENLhuntseN/AN/AN/ATangmachu27.73173991.139256Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENParoN/AN/AN/ABitekha27.46178289.387569Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENParoN/AN/AN/ADawakha27.46178289.387569Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENPemagatshelN/AN/AN/ADechenling27.00667391.338631Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENPemagatshelN/AN/AN/APemagatshel27.00667391.338631Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENPemagatshelN/AN/AN/AZhangkhar27.00667391.338631Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENPunakhaN/AN/AN/ABarp27.65763989.834706Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENPunakhaN/AN/AN/ADzomi27.65763989.834706Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENPunakhaN/AN/AN/AShelnga-Bjimi27.65763989.834706Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENPunakhaN/AN/AN/AThinleygang27.65763989.834706Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSamdrup JongkharN/AN/AN/ALanchenphu27.01342091.778602Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSamdrup JongkharN/AN/AN/APhuntshothang27.01342091.778602Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSamdrup JongkharN/AN/AN/ASamdrupcholing27.01342091.778602Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSamdrup JongkharN/AN/AN/ASamdrupjongkhar27.01342091.778602Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSamtseN/AN/AN/ANamgaycholing27.04099889.111928Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSamtseN/AN/AN/APhuntshopelri27.04099889.111928Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSamtseN/AN/AN/AUgyentse27.04099889.111928Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSarpangN/AN/AN/ADekidling26.95420390.453130Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSarpangN/AN/AN/AHilley26.95420390.453130Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENSarpangN/AN/AN/AJigmecholing26.95420390.453130Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENThimphuN/AN/AN/ATashichodzong27.55827689.591099Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENTrashiyangtseN/AN/AN/ADoksum27.67463891.469507Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENTrongsaN/AN/AN/ADrakteng27.43873890.437990Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENTrongsaN/AN/AN/ATashiling27.43873890.437990Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENTsirangN/AN/AN/APatsaling26.99794190.158833Asia/Thimphu
BTBhutanENTsirangN/AN/AN/ATsirang Toed26.99794190.158833Asia/Thimphu

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Bhutan's Postal Code Format

Bhutan uses a "Postcode" system, which is a five-digit numeric format, like 99999, with no letters or separators. This means it uses only numbers. According to the GeoPostcodes world postal code database, Bhutan has 150 postal codes covering 213 regions and 257 towns. This five-digit numeric format is similar to numeric US ZIP codes.

  • Postcode Format: 99999

    • Numeric format, 5 digits
    • 150 postcodes covering 213 regions and 257 towns

    Example:

    • 21105 - Chukha
  • Structure of Postal Codes

    • Format: 99999, numeric
    • Hierarchical levels: Digit mapping: 1 = region (Dzongdey), 2 = district (Dzongkhag), 3 = sub‑district (Dungkhag).
  • Management & Authority

    • Primary postal authority: Bhutan Post.
  • Addressing Standards

    • Common address format: [Street Number] [Street Name], [City] [Postal Code]
    • Example address: Thimphu 11001

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Bhutan ZIP & Administrative boundaries

Bhutan administrative landscape often follows inconsistent regional models and irregular public sources, making it difficult to maintain reliable boundaries. Our standardized postal and administrative boundary data resolves these gaps to ensure complete, coherent geographic coverage.

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Coverage Statistics

150
Total ZIP Codes
213
Provinces & Territories
257
Cities & Towns

Available File Formats

Choose from multiple data formats to seamlessly integrate Bhutan postal code data into your systems

  • CSV FormatComma-separated values for spreadsheet applications and data analysis tools
  • GeoJSON FormatJavaScript Object Notation for web applications and modern development
  • GML FormatExtensible Markup Language for enterprise systems and legacy applications
  • DAT FormatDatabase-ready SQL scripts for direct import into your systems

Data Dictionary

Comprehensive field definitions and data specifications for the Bhutan postal code dataset

Field nameField typeDescriptionComments
ISOChar(2)ISO 3166-1 Country codeThe ISO 3166-1 standard is published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and defines a unique code for the name of each country. The country codes are represented as a two-letter code (alpha-2).
CountryChar(50)Country name
LanguageChar(2)Language codeWhen there are several official languages in the country, or for countries using a non-Latin alphabet, we provide the names in different languages. The language field contains the language code and allows you to select a specific version.
Region1Region2Region3Region4Char(80)Administrative division level 1Administrative division level 2Administrative division level 3Administrative division level 4These fields contain the name of administrative divisions for each available level. If not applicable, the value '-' will be indicated.
LocalityChar(80)Locality nameContains the settlement name. The type of settlement may vary depending on the country (city, town, village, etc..).
PostcodeChar(15)ZIP / Postal codeIn countries/places where there is no postal code in use, this field is left empty. The postcode structure varies for each country.
LatitudeLongitudeDoublePlace coordinates (WGS84 coordinates)These fields contain the geographic coordinates related to the specific locality and postal code of the record. The geographical position is usually precise to about one hundred meters and corresponds to the center of the locality. All our files are created using the World Geodetic System standard WGS 84. The corresponding SRID reference is EPSG:4326.
TimezoneChar(30)Time zone name (Olson)Following the timezones defined in the IANA tz database (sometimes called Olson database).

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Key features

  • 247 Countries
  • 9,9M Coordinates
  • 9,3M ZIP codes
  • 400 Time zones
  • 4M Cities and Towns
  • 116K UNLOCODES

Specifications

  • Coverage: Global
  • Format: CSV, ASC, DAT, GML, GeoJSON, KML, Shapefile (SHP)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ZIP code of Thimphu?

The ZIP code for Thimphu is 11001.

What is a 5 digit ZIP code in Bhutan?

A 5-digit ZIP code in Bhutan is a postcode made of five digits in the format 99999; for example, 11001.

Are there ZIP codes in Bhutan?

Yes. Bhutan uses postcodes for mail, in a five-digit format (99999), with codes assigned to towns and locations across the country’s 257 cities.

Does Bhutan have postal codes?

Yes — Bhutan uses postcodes (five-digit format, e.g., 99999) for mail delivery.

Which town has the ZIP code 12345 in Bhutan?

No town in Bhutan has the ZIP code 12345; Bhutan uses five-digit postcodes (format 99999) and 12345 is not an assigned postcode.

Does Bhutan use ZIP codes like the United States?

Bhutan uses five-digit postcodes (format 99999) serving cities and regions; they function similarly to U.S. ZIP codes for mail sorting and delivery, though officially referred to as postcodes.

Does Bhutan have a ZIP code system?

Yes. Bhutan uses a national postcode system (referred to as postcodes) with five-digit codes in the format 99999, assigned to locations across the country.

Which country code is mistaken for ZIP code in Bhutan?

The country code “BT” (Bhutan’s ISO country code) is sometimes mistakenly entered in the ZIP code field in Bhutan. Bhutan uses five-digit postcodes for mail.

How to write an address in Bhutan?

Format each line as follows: Recipient name
House/building number, Street name or Block
Village or Thromde (ward) / Gewog
Dzongkhag (district)
Postcode: 5 digits (e.g., 12345)
BHUTAN

Example:
Tshering Wangchuk
House No. 12, Norzin Lam
Changzamtog, Thimphu Thromde
Thimphu
Postcode: 11001
BHUTAN

What is the ZIP code of Bhutan?

Bhutan does not have a single ZIP code; postcodes are five-digit numbers (format 99999) assigned to localities. There are 257 cities, each with its own postcode. To provide a specific code, please give the city or district name.

What is the postal code format in Bhutan?

The postcode format in Bhutan is five numeric digits, written as 99999.

How many digits is a ZIP code in Bhutan?

A ZIP code (postcode) in Bhutan consists of five digits.

Do addresses in Bhutan include ZIP codes?

Yes. Addresses in Bhutan include a five-digit postcode (format 99999); the postcode is typically written at the end of the address alongside the town/village and district.

Updated: October 1, 2026