Takai Local Government Area
Agricultural LGA in southeastern Kano.
Communities & Notable Areas in Takai LGA
Takai LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Takai LGA
Geography of Takai LGA
Economy of Takai LGA
Agriculture, livestock, grains, groundnuts and commerce.
About Takai LGA — Key Facts & Context
Takai 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
Takai LGA covers an area of approximately 598 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Takai.
Takai LGA and Kano State
As part of Kano State in the North West geopolitical zone, Takai 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 — Takai LGA
What is Takai LGA known for?
Agricultural LGA in southeastern Kano.
What is the headquarters of Takai LGA?
The headquarters of Takai LGA is Takai, Kano State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Takai in Kano State?
Takai is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Takai. The LGA covers an area of approximately 598 km².
What are the communities in Takai LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Takai LGA include: Takai, Kachako, Karfi.
When was Takai LGA created?
Takai 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 Takai LGA in Kano State?
Takai LGA covers an area of approximately 598 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Kano State.
What is the population of Takai LGA?
The estimated population of Takai LGA is approximately 377400. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.