Bichi Local Government Area
Important northern Kano commercial and agricultural LGA.
Communities & Notable Areas in Bichi LGA
Bichi LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Bichi LGA
Geography of Bichi LGA
Economy of Bichi LGA
Agriculture, grain trading, livestock, commerce and transport.
About Bichi LGA — Key Facts & Context
Bichi Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Kano 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
Bichi LGA covers an area of approximately 612 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Bichi.
Bichi LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Bichi LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Kano State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Bichi LGA
What is Bichi LGA known for?
Important northern Kano commercial and agricultural LGA.
What is the headquarters of Bichi LGA?
The headquarters of Bichi LGA is Bichi, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Bichi in Kano State?
Bichi is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Bichi. The LGA covers an area of approximately 612 km².
What are the communities in Bichi LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Bichi LGA include: Bichi, Dan Zabuwa, Kofar Arewa.
When was Bichi LGA created?
Bichi 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 Bichi LGA in Kano State?
Bichi LGA covers an area of approximately 612 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Bichi LGA?
The estimated population of Bichi LGA is approximately 518300. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.