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Katakwi
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| Region | Eastern Uganda |
| Sub-region | Teso sub-region |
| District | Katakwi District |
| Elevation | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) |
| Population (2011 Estimate) | |
| • Total | 8,400 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC+3) |
Katakwi is a town in Eastern Uganda. It is the main municipal, administrative and commercial center of Katakwi District and the district headquarters are located there. The district is named after the town.
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Katakwi located approximately 56 kilometres (35 mi), by road, northeast of Soroti, the largest town in the sub-region.[1] This location lies approximately 120 kilometres (75 mi), by road, northwest of Mbale, the nearest large city.[2] The coordinates of the town are:01 54 54N, 33 57 18E (Latitude:1.9150; Longitude:33.9550).
The 2002 national census estimated the population of the town at about 5,900. In 2011, it is estimated that the population of the town has increased to 8,400 people.[3]
The landmarks within the town limits or close to the edges of town include:
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