Makarfi Local Government Area, headquartered in Makarfi Town, is situated within Kaduna North Senatorial District. Established in 1991 from Ikara Local Government, it covers approximately 541 square kilometers. The population was approximately 146,574 in 2006 and was estimated to be 216,600 by 2022 with a population density of 399.6 persons per square kilometer.Makarfi is predominantly an agricultural hub, with its economy primarily driven by farming activities. The LGA’s postal code is 811