Yashi Kera Postal Codes: 242102 | Baruten, Kwara

Key Facts

Yashi Kera is a local government area within the Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria. Located in the northwestern part of Baruten, which itself forms the northernmost region of Kwara State, Yashi Kera lies near Nigeria's border with the Republic of Benin, positioning it within the West African savanna belt characterized by its semi-arid climate and predominantly agricultural landscape. This area covers approximately 150-200 square kilometers and has an estimated population of around 15,000-20,000 residents, primarily from the Yoruba and Bariba ethnic groups who engage mainly in farming, cattle rearing, and cross-border trade activities. Yashi Kera is administratively divided into several wards and settlements, including its main town which serves as the administrative headquarters for the local council. The region's economy is largely agrarian, with significant production of crops like yams, maize, and sorghum, supplemented by livestock farming and small-scale commerce facilitated by its proximity to international borders. Visitors and residents seeking detailed location information can access comprehensive postal code data for Yashi Kera's various sub-regions and settlements through our specialized directory services.

Neighboring Regions

• Gwanara
• Okuta
• Ilesha Baruba
• Boriya
• Chikanda