Kura Local Government Area
Important agricultural LGA southwest of Kano city.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kura LGA
Kura LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kura LGA
Geography of Kura LGA
Economy of Kura LGA
Irrigated agriculture, rice, vegetables, grains, livestock and commerce.
About Kura LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kura 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
Kura LGA covers an area of approximately 206 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Kura.
Kura LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Kura 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 — Kura LGA
What is Kura LGA known for?
Important agricultural LGA southwest of Kano city.
What is the headquarters of Kura LGA?
The headquarters of Kura LGA is Kura, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kura in Kano State?
Kura is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Kura. The LGA covers an area of approximately 206 km².
What are the communities in Kura LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kura LGA include: Kura, Dalili, Karfi.
When was Kura LGA created?
Kura 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 Kura LGA in Kano State?
Kura LGA covers an area of approximately 206 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Kura LGA?
The estimated population of Kura LGA is approximately 266500. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.