Kanke Local Government Area, with Kwal as its headquarters, lies within the Plateau Central Senatorial District. Created in 1976, Kanke covers an area of about 926 square kilometers, housing a population of approximately 124,268(2006 census). Major economic activities include agriculture and small-scale mining, with millet, maize, and beans as primary crops.
The postal code for Kanke is 933102, with approximate coordinates at 9.3056° N latitude and 9.3856° E longitude.