Amuria District is a district in the Eastern Region of Uganda. The town of Amuria serves as the district headquarters.
Amuria District | |
|---|---|
 District location in Uganda | |
| Coordinates: 02°02′N 33°39′E / 2.033°N 33.650°E | |
| Country |  Uganda |
| Region | Eastern Uganda |
| Sub-region | Teso sub-region |
| Capital | Amuria |
| Area | |
| • Land | 2,588.3 km2 (999.3 sq mi) |
| Population (2014 Estimate) | |
| • Total | 183,348 |
| • Density | 157/km2 (410/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
| Website | www |
Location
editAmuria District is bordered by Otuke District to the north, Napak District to the northeast, Katakwi District to the east, Soroti District to the south, Kaberamaido District to the southwest, and Alebtong District to the west. The town of Amuria is located approximately 45 kilometres (28 mi) north of Soroti, the largest town in the sub-region.[1]
Overview
editThe district is composed of three counties: Amuria County, Kapelebyong County and Orungo County.[2][3]
Population
editIn 1991, the national population census estimated the population of the district at 69,400. The 2002 census estimated the population at 180,000. In 2014, the population was estimated at 183,348.[4]
Economic activities
editThe economy of Amuria District is based on two main activities: subsistence agriculture and animal husbandry. Over 90 percent of the population engages in either or both activities.[5]
Prominent people
edit- Jeje Odongo, a full general and politician, served as an Army Commander of the Uganda People's Defence Force between 1998 and 2001. He also served as the elected member of parliament for this district between 1988 and 1996. Also served as state minister of defense in the Cabinet of Uganda. Hon. Jeje Odongo, is Minister of Internal Affairs in the ruling NRM Government.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Distance Between Soroti And Amuria With Map". Globefeed.com. Retrieved 16 May 2014.
- ^ Districts of Uganda, Statoids, accessed 3 August 2015
- ^ Counties of Uganda, Statoids, accessed 3 August 2015
- ^ "Estimated Population of Amuria District In 1991, 2002 & 2012". Citypopulation.de. Retrieved 16 May 2014.
- ^ "Amuria District". Iteso welfare Association UK. 2016-07-17. Retrieved 2022-02-15.
External links
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