Categories in Busia, Uganda
Gas StationBoutiqueClothing storesAssociation or OrganizationCatholic ChurchCharitiesChurchesChurch of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsMosquesNon-Profit OrganizationReligious OrganizationSocial Services OrganizationElectronics StoreConstruction of buildingsHome Goods StoreEducationNursery SchoolPrimary SchoolBar & GrillBars, pubs and tavernsCafesRestaurantsBanksBarbersBeauty salonsApartment BuildingHousing ComplexMarketPharmacyShoppingShopping MallNight ClubBed and breakfastsGuest HouseHotels and motelsHousing SocietyTransportation ServiceUnreachable
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Busia, Uganda
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Shopping | 32 |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Other accommodation | 22 |
| Mosques | 19 |
| Other membership organizations | 19 |
| Churches | 17 |
| Electronics stores | 16 |
| Primary and elementary schools | 14 |
| Hotels and motels | 14 |
| Religion | 13 |
| Public administration | 13 |
| Banks | 12 |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Cafes | 12 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 10 |
Busia, Uganda Facts
| Area | 5.8 km² |
| Population | 75,973 |
| Male Population | 35,641 (46.9%) |
| Female Population | 40,332 (53.1%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +350.3% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +84.8% |
| Median Age | 15.9 years (Male: 15, Female: 16.7) |
| Area Codes | 45 |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | East Africa Time |
| Lat & Lng | 0.46588, 34.09221 |
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Busia, Uganda Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,872 | 29,135 | 41,105 | 67,950 | 75,973 |
| Population Density | 2,902.7 / km² | 5,012.5 / km² | 7,071.8 / km² | 11,690.3 / km² | 13,070.6 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Busia, Uganda Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 65.3% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busia, Uganda | +302.7% | +133.2% | +65.3% |
| Uganda | +261.4% | +125% | +64.6% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Busia, Uganda Median Age
Median Age: 15.9 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busia, Uganda | 15.9 yrs | 16.7 yrs | 15 yrs |
| Uganda | 15.9 yrs | 16.8 yrs | 15 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Busia, Uganda Population Density
Population Density: 13,071 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busia, Uganda | 75,973 | 5.8 km² | 13,071 / km² |
| Uganda | 39.1 million | 241,384.6 km² | 162 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Busia, Uganda Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1500 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Busia, Uganda CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busia, Uganda | 24,653 tn | 0.32 tn | 4,241.3 tons/km² |
| Uganda | 8,899,308 tn | 0.23 tn | 36.9 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Busia, Uganda CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 24,653 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 0.32 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 4,241.3 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | Medium (7) |
| Earthquake | Low (2) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/27/10 | 10:10 PM | 4.5 | 90.3 km | 10,000 m | Lake Victoria region, Uganda | usgs.gov |
| 6/13/10 | 12:13 PM | 5 | 86 km | 10,000 m | Lake Victoria region, Kenya | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Busia, Uganda
Busia is a town in Eastern Uganda. It is the main municipal, administrative and commercial center of Busia District and the district headquarters are located there. The district is named after the town.
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