Dambatta Local Government Area
Large northern Kano LGA and agricultural centre.
Communities & Notable Areas in Dambatta LGA
Dambatta LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Dambatta LGA
Geography of Dambatta LGA
Economy of Dambatta LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grain trading, commerce and agricultural education.
About Dambatta LGA — Key Facts & Context
Dambatta 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
Dambatta LGA covers an area of approximately 732 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Dambatta.
Dambatta LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Dambatta 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 — Dambatta LGA
What is Dambatta LGA known for?
Large northern Kano LGA and agricultural centre.
What is the headquarters of Dambatta LGA?
The headquarters of Dambatta LGA is Dambatta, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Dambatta in Kano State?
Dambatta is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Dambatta. The LGA covers an area of approximately 732 km².
What are the communities in Dambatta LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Dambatta LGA include: Dambatta, Ajumawa, Danbatta.
When was Dambatta LGA created?
Dambatta 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 Dambatta LGA in Kano State?
Dambatta LGA covers an area of approximately 732 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Dambatta LGA?
The estimated population of Dambatta LGA is approximately 392100. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.