Arewa Dandi | |
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LGA and town | |
| Coordinates: 12°42′N4°3′E / 12.700°N 4.050°E | |
| Country |  Nigeria |
| State | Kebbi State |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
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Arewa Dandi is a Local Government Area in Kebbi State, Nigeria, sharing a boundary with the Republic of Niger. Its headquarters are in the town of Arewa Dandi.
It has an area of 3,901 km2 and a population of 184,030 at the 2006 census.
The postal code of the area is 861. [1]
Arewa Dadin Local Government Area (LGA) encompasses a total expanse of 3,901 square kilometers and experiences two well-defined seasons: the rainy season and the dry season. The dry season, in particular, is marked by scorching temperatures, with an average temperature of approximately 34 degrees Celsius. The area maintains an average humidity level of around 24 percent. Its terrain is predominantly composed of dry and arid plains, accentuated by scattered hills and other elevated features. [2]
Agriculture stands as the predominant economic activity in Arewa Dadin Local Government Area, with a reputation for cultivating various crops, including grains and onions. Cattle rearing also holds a prominent place in the local economy, particularly among the Fulani community residing in the area. [2]
Towns and Villages in Arewa Local Government Area. [3] [4]
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