Gwalawo Postal Codes: 271107 | Ofu, Kogi

Key Facts

Gwalawo is a district located within Ofu Local Government Area in Kogi State, Nigeria. Situated in the central region of Nigeria, Gwalawo lies within the broader cultural and geographical context of the Igala ethnic homeland, positioned in the eastern part of Kogi State near the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers. This rural district serves as an important local administrative and community center for the surrounding villages and farmlands. While specific population figures for Gwalawo itself are not widely documented, Ofu Local Government Area as a whole has an estimated population of approximately 150,000 people, with Gwalawo representing one of its significant population centers. The district covers a land area typical of Nigerian rural districts, characterized by agricultural lands, scattered settlements, and local markets that serve the farming communities. Gwalawo is administratively organized into several smaller units and villages that fall under its jurisdiction, maintaining traditional leadership structures alongside modern local government administration. The economy is predominantly agricultural, with yam, cassava, and maize cultivation forming the backbone of local livelihoods, supplemented by small-scale trading and artisanal activities. Visitors and residents seeking detailed location information can access comprehensive postal code data and administrative details for Gwalawo's constituent villages and neighborhoods through our specialized geographic information services.

Neighboring Regions

• Ojoku
• Ojokodo
• Ofuloko
• Ogugu
• Odogba