Kaltungo Local Government Area (LGA), with headquarters in Kaltungo Town, is located in the Gombe South Senatorial District. It was created in 1991, and it covers an area of 881 square kilometers. Kaltungo has a population of approximately 160,392 (2006 census), with a projected population of 268,600 by 2022, giving it a population density of 400 people per square kilometer.The local economy is based on agriculture, especially the cultivation of crops like beans, maize, and groundnuts. It is known for its rich culture and the Kaltungo Hills, which are a tourist attraction. The postal code is 770114, and its geo-coordinates are 10.3904° N latitude and 11.7509° E longitude.