Kalungu District Uganda is one of the administrative units of Central Uganda, named after its chief town, Kalungu, where the district headquarters are based. The district was officially created in 2010, having been carved out of Masaka District through an Act of Parliament. Since then, it has played a significant role in local administration and development within the sub-region.
Location
Kalungu District shares borders with several important districts in Central Uganda. To the north lies Gomba District, to the northeast is Butambala District, and to the east is Mpigi District. To the south, Kalungu borders Masaka District, while Bukomansimbi District lies to the west. The district headquarters in Kalungu Town are located about 21 km northeast of Masaka City, the largest urban center in the sub-region.
- Coordinates: 00°06′S, 31°49′E
- Area: 811.6 km² (313.4 sq mi)
Overview
Created on 1 July 2010, Kalungu District was part of Uganda’s decentralization efforts to improve governance and service delivery. It forms part of the wider Masaka sub-region and continues to grow both economically and socially. The district is characterized by mixed farming practices, small-scale trade, and service provision, with Kalungu Town acting as the hub of activity.
Population
The district has witnessed gradual population growth over the past decades:
- 1991 Census: 152,030
- 2002 Census: 160,700
- 2012 Estimate: 177,200
With a population density of about 218.3 people per km², Kalungu District reflects the broader demographic expansion occurring across Central Uganda.
