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Kaura Namoda

City in Zamfara, Nigeria

Overview

Kaura Namoda is a dynamic town located in Zamfara State, Nigeria, known for its lively marketplace, agricultural community, and historic railway station. It offers a blend of tradition and developing infrastructure, making it a reflection of northern Nigerian life.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Nigeria
State
Zamfara
Population
285,363
Time Zone
Africa/Lagos
Coordinates
12.59°, 6.59°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
20
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$422
Local Cost
$170
Local Income
$70
Cashless
10
English
20
Temperature
26.9°C
Summer Avg
27.3°C
Winter Avg
23.6°C
Record High
43.7°C
Record Low
7.3°C
Humidity
44%
Precipitation
737 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
QUS
Distance
48 km

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Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.

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