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Darazo Postal Codes & Zip Codes List

Location City/LGA States or Territories Type Postcode
Mairake Darazo Bauchi rural 750116
Papa Darazo Bauchi rural 750116
Sabon Garin Papa Darazo Bauchi rural 750116
Tashar Aduwa Darazo Bauchi rural 750116
Tashar Kurma Darazo Bauchi rural 750116
Tsangaya Darazo Bauchi rural 750116
Wuro-Dole Darazo Bauchi rural 750116
Zobo Darazo Bauchi rural 750116

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THE DESCRIPTION OF DARAZO

Geography of Darazo

Darazo local government area sits on a total area of about 3,015 square kilometers and it witnesses two main seasons every year which are the dry season and the rainy season. The average temperature of Darazo local government is calculated at 32 degrees centigrade while the calculation of total annual precipitation level of the area is about 1190 mm of rainfall.

Darazo Geography

Latitude: 10.998, Longitude: 10.4103 10° 59′ 53″ North, 10° 24′ 37″ East · 301,500 hectares 3,015.00 km² (1,164.10 sq mi) · 501 m (1,644 ft).

Darazo Altitude: 501 m (1,644 ft)

Darazo Area: 301,500 hectares; 3,015.00 km² (1,164.10 sq mi)

Darazo Climate: Tropical savanna climate (Köppen climate classification: Aw)

Darazo Geographical coordinates Latitude: 10.998, Longitude: 10.4103; 10° 59′

History

 

Darazo local government area is situated in Bauchi state, the Northeast of Nigeria and has its headquarters sited in the town of Darazo. The local government comprises some towns and villages which include Wahu, Jimbim, Gabarin, Gabchiyari, Lago, Yautare, Tauya, and Sade. The population of Darazo local government is calculated to have more inhabitants than some other area with the majority of the area’s inhabitants being members of the Hausa ethnic group. The languages that are commonly spoken in Darazo local government include the Zumbum and Hausa languages while Christianity and Islam are the widely practiced religions in the LGA. Popular festivals held in Darazo local government include the Sharewa cultural festival while one of the important landmarks in the area is the Darazo General hospital.

ECONOMY OF DARAZO

 

Farming is the major economic activity in Darazo local government with a number of crops grown in the area. Other important enterprises for economic purpose engaged by the dwellers of the local government include pottery, leather works, hunting and trade.

 

Bauchi Geographical Description

Bauchi State is located in the northeastern part of Nigeria. It was created in 1976 when the former North-Eastern State was divided into three separate states. The state capital is Bauchi, and other major cities in the state include Azare, Jama'are, Misau, and Ningi.

Bauchi State covers an area of approximately 49,119 square kilometers. The state shares borders with six other states in Nigeria, including Jigawa to the northwest, Kano to the north, Kaduna to the west, Plateau to the southwest, Taraba to the southeast, and Gombe to the east.

The landscape of Bauchi State is diverse, with a mix of highlands, plateaus, and plains. The state is home to the Jos Plateau, which rises to an elevation of over 1,200 meters above sea level. The Yankari Game Reserve, one of the largest wildlife parks in Nigeria, is also located in Bauchi State. The park features a wide range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, baboons, and hyenas.

Bauchi State has a tropical climate, with temperatures averaging between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The rainy season typically lasts from May to October, while the dry season runs from November to April. The state experiences occasional flooding during the rainy season, particularly in areas close to rivers and other water bodies.

Bauchi Economy

Bauchi State is known for its agricultural resources, including cotton, groundnuts, and yams, as well as its mineral resources such as limestone, clay, and gypsum. The state also has a diverse cultural heritage, with over 55 ethnic groups, including the Fulani, Hausa, Sayawa, and Tiv.

Bauchi State has a predominantly agrarian economy, with agriculture accounting for a significant portion of its GDP. The state's agricultural resources include cotton, groundnuts, yams, maize, rice, and sorghum. Bauchi State is also known for its livestock production, particularly cattle, sheep, and goats.

In addition to agriculture, Bauchi State has a growing mining sector, with significant deposits of limestone, clay, and gypsum. The state government has been working to attract investment in the mining sector and promote the development of industrial clusters around key mineral resources.

The state has also been making efforts to promote tourism, given its rich cultural heritage and natural resources such as the Yankari Game Reserve, one of the largest wildlife parks in Nigeria.

Despite these efforts, Bauchi State still faces significant challenges in terms of poverty, unemployment, and underdevelopment. The state government has been implementing a number of initiatives to address these challenges, including the Bauchi State Youth Employment and Social Support Operation and the Bauchi State Microfinance Agency, which provides loans and other financial services to small and medium-sized enterprises.

In recent years, Bauchi State has faced a number of challenges, including poverty, unemployment, and security issues related to the Boko Haram insurgency. The state government has been working to address these challenges and promote economic development through initiatives such as the Bauchi State Integrated Agricultural Development Project and the Bauchi State Microfinance Agency.



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