Sakoira | |
|---|---|
Commune and village | |
| Country |  Niger |
| Area | |
| • Total | 271.8 sq mi (704.0 km2) |
| Population (2012 census) | |
| • Total | 26,776 |
| • Density | 99/sq mi (38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
Sakoira is a village and rural commune in Niger. [1] As of 2012, it had a population of 26,776. [2]
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