Leku, Sidama Region

Ethiopia

City6.8731° N, 38.4442° E

Located in Sidama Region, Ethiopia, Leku is a city. It is home to 31,700 people.

Population31,700

ProvinceSidama Region

Coordinates6.8731° N, 38.4442° E

CountryEthiopia

Rank in Ethiopia#131 of 11,113

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About Leku

The location of Leku corresponds to 6.87° N, 38.44° E, in the Northern Hemisphere. It is within the Sidama Region area of Ethiopia.

Among the 11,113 cities of Ethiopia, Leku holds position #131 with a population of 31,700.

Cities in Sidama Region

Sidama Region is one of Ethiopia's administrative regions. Leku is one of its main cities, along with Awasa, Yirga ‘Alem, Wendo. Leku has 31,700 inhabitants.

Awasa422,200 Yirga ‘Alem81,600 Wendo59,300 Ch’iko49,500 Hāgere Selam5,169 Ras Desta Ber Teferī Kēla Dalo Galalo Malche Mek’besa

Nearby Cities

Around Leku, 15 nearby populated places have been recorded within 25 km.

Yirga ‘AlemCity · 81,600 inhab.

AwasaRegional capital · 422,200 inhab.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Leku?

Leku has a population of 31,700. It ranks #131 in Ethiopia by population.

What province or state is Leku in?

Leku is located in Sidama Region, Ethiopia.

Where is Leku located?

Leku is located at coordinates 6.87° N, 38.44° E in Sidama Region, Ethiopia.

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