Danja Local Government Area
Danja is an agricultural LGA in southern Katsina and has strong economic links with Bakori and Funtua.
Communities & Notable Areas in Danja LGA
Danja LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Danja LGA
Geography of Danja LGA
Economy of Danja LGA
Agriculture is the principal livelihood, including groundnut, maize, millet, sorghum, beans and other crops. Livestock, local markets and agricultural processing contribute to the economy.
About Danja LGA — Key Facts & Context
Danja Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the many LGAs that make up Katsina 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
Danja LGA covers an area of approximately 501 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Danja.
History of Danja LGA Creation
Danja LGA was formally established in 1989 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.
Danja LGA and Katsina State
As part of Katsina State in the North West geopolitical zone, Danja LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Katsina State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Danja LGA
What is Danja LGA known for?
Danja is an agricultural LGA in southern Katsina and has strong economic links with Bakori and Funtua.
What is the headquarters of Danja LGA?
The headquarters of Danja LGA is Danja, Katsina State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Danja in Katsina State?
Danja is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Danja. The LGA covers an area of approximately 501 km².
What are the communities in Danja LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Danja LGA include: Danja, Kahutu, Yakaji, Tsangaya and surrounding agricultural communities.
When was Danja LGA created?
Danja LGA was created in 1989, making it approximately 37 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Danja LGA in Katsina State?
Danja LGA covers an area of approximately 501 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the LGAs in Katsina State.
What is the population of Danja LGA?
The estimated population of Danja LGA is approximately 259353. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.