| Gakenke District | |
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| District | |
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Shown within Northern Province and Rwanda |
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| Country | Rwanda |
| Province | Northern |
| Capital | Gakenke |
| Area | |
| • Total | 704 km2 (272 sq mi) |
| Population (2012 census) | |
| • Total | 338,234 |
| • Density | 480/km2 (1,200/sq mi) |
Gakenke is a district (akarere) in Northern Province, Rwanda. Its capital is Gakenke town.The district has started implementing a building plan with demarcation for land usage and public facilities.
Gakenke district is divided into 19 sectors (imirenge): Busengo, Coko, Cyabingo, Gakenke, Gashenyi, Mugunga, Janja, Kamubuga, Karambo, Kivuruga, Mataba, Minazi, Muhondo, Muyongwe, Muzo, Nemba, Ruli, Rusasa and Rushashi.
Coordinates: 1°42′S 29°47′E / 1.700°S 29.783°E