Taura is a Local Government Area in Jigawa State, north-western Nigeria, headquartered at Taura town in the south-central part of the state. Located in the Sudan-savanna belt of northern Nigeria, the LGA covers approximately 653 km² and recorded a 2006 census population of 131,757, with current estimates above 190,000. the township postal code is 733103, used across the LGA’s 10 wards.
Towns and Villages
The LGA contains the following named settlements:
| Settlement | Settlement | Settlement |
|---|---|---|
| Ajura | Bardo | Buluranawa |
| Buturunawa | Chakwai-Kwaiwa | Chukutu |
| Gilma | Gujungu | Kawllam |
| Kiri | Kwajali | Maje |
| Majiya | Sabon Gari | Taura |
| Yangayami | Yanyanga |
Geography
Taura lies on the Hadejia-Jamaare flood-plain at 350–400 m elevation, bounded north by Garki, east by Gagarawa, south by Jahun and west by Ringim. The Hadejia river forms part of the southern boundary, with fadama wetlands supporting dry-season irrigation. Sahel-savanna vegetation dominates the uplands.
Demographics
The 2006 census recorded 131,757 residents; current estimates exceed 190,000. The Hausa-Fulani are the homogeneous indigenous group. Hausa is the working language alongside English, and Islam predominates.
Economy and Local Life
Taura LGA’s economy is anchored by rain-fed and irrigated agriculture, with millet, sorghum, rice, groundnuts and onions the principal crops. Fadama irrigation along the Hadejia supports off-season vegetable farming. Weekly markets at Taura and Gujungu serve as regional grain trade hubs.
Administrative Divisions
Taura is organised into 10 wards: Ajaura, Chakwaikwaiva, Chukuto, Gujungu, Kiri, Kwalam, Maje, Majiya, S/Garin Yaya and Taura (the headquarters ward). Major settlements include Taura, Gujungu, Majiya, Maje, Kiri, Chukutu, Sabon Gari and Yangayami.
History
Taura LGA was created in 1996 by the Sani Abacha administration when it was carved out of the parent Ringim LGA. The constituent settlements share pre-colonial ties to the Hadejia Emirate, with several maintaining traditional district headships under the emirate council.
Getting There
Taura is reached via the Kano–Hadejia–Maiduguri road, which passes through the southern portion of the LGA. Hadejia town is 40 km east, Kano 130 km south-west, and Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is approximately 140 km south-west.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Taura?
Taura is a Local Government Area in Jigawa State, north-western Nigeria, headquartered at Taura town on the Hadejia-Jamaare flood-plain.
What is the population of Taura?
The 2006 census recorded 131,757 residents in Taura LGA. Current estimates exceed 190,000.
How big is Taura?
Taura LGA covers approximately 653 square kilometres of Sudan-savanna and flood-plain.
What is the postal code of Taura?
The Taura postal code is 733103, used across the LGA’s 10 wards.
What towns are in Taura?
Taura contains 17 settlements: Taura (headquarters), Ajura, Bardo, Buluranawa, Buturunawa, Chakwai-Kwaiwa, Chukutu, Gilma, Gujungu, Kawllam, Kiri, Kwajali, Maje, Majiya, Sabon Gari, Yangayami and Yanyanga.
What is the economy of Taura?
Taura’s economy is anchored by rain-fed and irrigated agriculture — millet, sorghum, rice, groundnuts and onions — with fadama irrigation along the Hadejia supporting off-season vegetable farming.