Katagum Local Government Area
Katagum LGA is headquartered at Azare, one of the major urban centres in northern Bauchi.
Communities & Notable Areas in Katagum LGA
Katagum LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Katagum LGA
Katagum has a long history connected to the Katagum Emirate. Azare developed as an important administrative, commercial and traditional centre for northern Bauchi.
Geography of Katagum LGA
The LGA consists mainly of savannah plains suitable for farming and livestock production, with seasonal streams supporting agricultural activity.
Economy of Katagum LGA
Azare is a major commercial centre. Agriculture, livestock, trading, transport, services and small-scale processing are important to the local economy.
About Katagum LGA — Key Facts & Context
Katagum Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Bauchi State in Nigeria. Local Government Areas are the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal and state governments. Each LGA is governed by an elected Local Government Chairman and councillors, responsible for primary education, basic healthcare, local roads, and community development.
Size and Geography
Katagum LGA covers an area of approximately 1,436 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Azare.
Katagum LGA and Bauchi State
As part of Bauchi State in the North East geopolitical zone, Katagum LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Bauchi State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Katagum LGA
What is Katagum LGA known for?
Katagum LGA is headquartered at Azare, one of the major urban centres in northern Bauchi.
What is the headquarters of Katagum LGA?
The headquarters of Katagum LGA is Azare, Bauchi State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Katagum in Bauchi State?
Katagum is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Bauchi State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Azare. The LGA covers an area of approximately 1,436 km².
What are the communities in Katagum LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Katagum LGA include: Azare, Katagum Emirate, commercial markets, agricultural communities and surrounding settlements.
When was Katagum LGA created?
Katagum LGA was established during Nigeria's local government reform exercises, as part of the process of creating the current 774 LGAs across Nigeria.
How large is Katagum LGA in Bauchi State?
Katagum LGA covers an area of approximately 1,436 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Bauchi State.
What is the population of Katagum LGA?
The estimated population of Katagum LGA is approximately 475006. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.