Orlu is located in the southwestern region of Imo State and is the second-largest city in Imo State. It is amongst the local governments that make up the Imo West senatorial zone. The LGA had a population of 142,792 according to the 2006 census, with a projected population of 198,500 by 2022. Orlu LGA spans 129.8 km². Key landmarks within Orlu LGA include the Cheshire Homes, the Imo State University Teaching Hospital, and the Imo State School of Nursing and Health Technology. Agriculture is central to the local economy, with yam, cassava, and cocoyam as primary crops. Trade also thrives, particularly through markets like Orlu main market. Orlu LGA postal code is 473 and its approximate coordinates are: 05°47′47″N 07°02′20″E.