Ihiala Local Government Area (LGA) is located in the southern part of Anambra State. The administrative headquarters of the LGA is situated in Ihiala town. It spans an area of approximately 300.8 km², with a population of about 430,800 according to 2022 estimates and 302,277 in last 2006 census. The LGA is part of the Anambra South Senatorial Zone. Its economy is predominantly agricultural, with farming and fishing as major economic activities. Key crops cultivated in Ihiala include cassava, yam, cocoyam, and vegetables. The region also has a thriving commercial sector with markets such as Nkwor Ihiala. Ihiala is culturally rich, with various traditional festivals and celebrations, and it is home to notable towns such as Okija, Uli, Amorka, and Azia. The Anambra state University in Uli and the Anambra state School of Nursing are some notable institutions. The postal code for Ihiala Local Government Area is 431 and its approximate coordinates: 5°51′14″N 6°51′36″E.