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Gamawa Postal Codes & Zip Codes List

Location City/LGA States or Territories Type Postcode
Sharifuri Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Shuwari Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Suduwari Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Taffi Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Taragi Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Taranka Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Tarmasuwa Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Tonde Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Tufferi Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Turakiri Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Udube Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Umeri Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Wabu Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Wailawo Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Yaba Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Yalwa Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Yarimari Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Yola Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Yuri Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Zawa Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Zindiwa Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107
Zumbuku Gamawa Bauchi rural 752107

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THE DESCRIPTION OF GAMAWA

History of Gamawa

Gamawa local government area is situated in Bauchi state, northeast of Nigeria, and has its headquarters settled in the town of Gamawa. The local government shares borders with Yobe state and it consists of some villages and towns which include Gamawa and Gololo. The estimated population of Gamawa local government is more compared to some other LGA and the inhabitants with the most populous tribes in the area are the Hausa and Fulani. The Hausa and Fufulde languages are extensively spoken in the area while Islam is the most practiced religion in the area. The local government has an illustrious Emirate that is headed by an Emir who is supervising the area and acts as a traditional administrator of the area. Notable landmarks in Gamawa local government area include the palace of the Emir of Gamawa and the Government Secondary School Gamawa.

Geography of Gamawa

Gamawa local government covers a total area of about 2,925 square kilometers and witnesses two main seasons which are the dry and the rainy seasons. The average temperature of the area is calculated at 32 degrees centigrade while the humidity levels of the local government are at an average of about 24 percent.

Country, Nigeria; Gamawa Geographical coordinates, Latitude: 12.1333, Longitude: 10.5333 12° 7′ 60″ North, 10° 31′ 60″ East ; Gamawa Area, 292,500 hectares

Gamawa Climate: Semi-arid climate (Köppen climate classification: BSh)

Gamawa Geographical coordinates Latitude: 12.1333, Longitude: 10.5333; 12° 7′ …

Gamawa Altitude: 345 m (1,132 ft)

Gamawa Area: 292,500 hectares; 2,925.00 km² (1,129.35 sq mi)

Economy of Gamawa

Gamawa local government area is known for the farming of a number of crops such as soyabeans, millet, guineacorn, and beans. Trade is also an important economic activity in the area with a number of markets domiciled in the LGA. Other important occupations engaged by the people of Gamawa LGA include hunting, cattle rearing, blacksmithing and textile weaving.

 

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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