Taura Local Government Area
Taura is an agricultural LGA in central-eastern Jigawa State.
Communities & Notable Areas in Taura LGA
Taura LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Taura LGA
Taura became part of Jigawa State in 1991. The LGA contains long-established agricultural communities and has maintained a predominantly rural economic structure.
Geography of Taura LGA
Taura has a savanna environment with cultivated plains, seasonal drainage systems and scattered settlements.
Economy of Taura LGA
Agriculture, livestock, local trade and small-scale processing support Taura's economy. Important crops include millet, sorghum, maize, beans, groundnuts and vegetables.
About Taura LGA — Key Facts & Context
Taura Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Jigawa 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
Taura LGA covers an area of approximately 655 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Taura.
History of Taura LGA Creation
Taura LGA was formally established in 1991 as part of Nigeria's local government reform exercises carried out by the federal military government. Nigeria's current system of 774 LGAs was built through a series of administrative reforms — most significantly the 1976 reform under General Murtala Muhammed and subsequent exercises in 1991 and 1996. For the full context, see History of State Creation in Nigeria.
Taura LGA and Jigawa State
As part of Jigawa State in the North West geopolitical zone, Taura LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Jigawa State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Taura LGA
What is Taura LGA known for?
Taura is an agricultural LGA in central-eastern Jigawa State.
What is the headquarters of Taura LGA?
The headquarters of Taura LGA is Taura, Jigawa State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Taura in Jigawa State?
Taura is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Jigawa State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Taura. The LGA covers an area of approximately 655 km².
What are the communities in Taura LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Taura LGA include: Taura town, agricultural communities, farming settlements, markets and traditional institutions.
When was Taura LGA created?
Taura LGA was created in 1991, making it approximately 35 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Taura LGA in Jigawa State?
Taura LGA covers an area of approximately 655 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Jigawa State.
What is the population of Taura LGA?
The estimated population of Taura LGA is approximately 131861. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.