Pankshin Local Government Area, headquartered in Pankshin Town, lies in the Plateau Central Senatorial District. Established in 1976, it spans an area of 1,524 square kilometers with a population of approximately 191,685 (2006 census). Pankshin’s economy is based on agriculture, producing maize, potatoes, and beans. Educational institutions include the Federal College of Education, Pankshin. The postal code is 933101, with coordinates around 9.3184° N latitude and 9.4276° E longitude.