Maldives

Q: Why does the dataset include specific building names (e.g., "BUREHIMAAGE", "FLAMINGO")?

Maldives, particularly in the capital city Malé, utilizes a unique addressing system based on House Names rather than standard street numbers. The building_island column lists these official house names. In Malé, the postal code is often assigned specifically to a single building or a small cluster, making this field essential for accurate delivery validation.

Q: What is the difference in granularity between the Capital and the Atolls?

The dataset reflects the country's dual addressing structure:
· Capital Area (Malé, Villingili, Hulhumalé): High granularity. Data includes specific Building Names and Streets (e.g., "BODUTHAKURUFAANU MAGU").
· Other Atolls/Islands: Standard granularity. A single postal code typically covers an Entire Island or Resort. In these cases, the building and street columns may be empty, and the location is identified by the Atoll and Island name (city).

Q: What do the single letters in the `atoll_code` column represent?

These are the official administrative Atoll Abbreviations (e.g., K for Kaafu, V for Vaavu). Since many islands across different atolls may share similar names, the atoll_code is a critical differentiator to ensure the parcel is routed to the correct administrative region.

Q: In what language is the data provided?

The dataset is provided in English (Romanized script). All local names (House names, Street names like "Magu" or "Hingun") are transliterated into Latin characters, making them compatible with international logistics systems.

Q: Why are the 'building_island' and 'street' columns empty for some records?

For records outside the capital area, the postal code often applies to the whole island. In such cases, specific building or street details are not required for routing, so those fields remain empty. You should rely on the city (Island Name) and atoll_code for these entries.

Q: What is the format of the postal code?

The Maldives uses a 5-digit numeric postal code (e.g., 20003, 10030). This is found in the postcode column.

Q: What file formats are included in the delivery?

The package includes CSV, Excel (.xlsx), and TXT formats. The files are encoded in UTF-8-SIG to ensuring correct display of special characters.

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This is a one-time purchase. The license grants perpetual use for personal and internal business purposes.

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