Senga District is a district of Northern Province, Zambia.[1][2] It was separated from Mbala District in 2016.[3] As of the 2022 Zambian Census, the district had a population of 126,308 people.[4]
Senga District | |
|---|---|
 District location in Zambia | |
| Country |  Zambia |
| Province | Northern Province |
| Area | |
• Total | 5,183.7 km2 (2,001.4 sq mi) |
| Population (2022) | |
• Total | 126,308 |
| • Density | 24/km2 (63/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC 2 (CAT) |
Climate
editThe district is situated in the tropics, with an average elevation of 1,500 meters above sea level. The climate is similar to a Mediterranean climate, characterized by mild, temperate conditions. The area receives an annual average rainfall of approximately 1,240 mm, with the rainy season lasting from November to April. The district also has vast expanses of undeveloped land, offering significant potential for farm block development.[5]
Infrastructure
edit- Electricity: The district is not connected to the national electricity grid.
- Healthcare: Senga Hill has a mini-hospital that is equipped with essential medical facilities.
- Water Supply: Senga Hill relies on boreholes and open wells for water supply, as it is not connected to a piped water system.[5]
References
edit- ^ "Districts of Zambia". Statoids. Retrieved December 30, 2018.
- ^ "Zambia: Administrative Division". citypopulation. Retrieved December 30, 2018.
- ^ "Senga Hill to be district – Zambia Daily Mail". Retrieved 2022-10-07.
- ^ 2022 Census of Population and Housing - Preliminary Report (PDF)
- ^ a b "Senga Hill District - Northern Provincial Administration". Archived from the original on 2 March 2024.
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