Categories in Shinyanga
Auto Parts StoreCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationImport Export CompanyIndustrial & Construction ManufacturingPharmaceutical Products WholesalerClothing storesMedia CompanyAssociation or OrganizationCatholic ChurchChurchesCommunity CenterGovernment OfficeMosquesNon-Governmental OrganizationNon-Profit OrganizationReligious OrganizationSeventh-day Adventist ChurchSocial Services OrganizationConstruction of housesHardware storeHome Goods StoreHousing DevelopmentEducationEducation CenterElementary SchoolMiddle SchoolPrimary SchoolUniversities & CollegesBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsGrocery stores and supermarketsRestaurantsFurniture storesBanksHealth ConsultantHospitalsMedical CenterBack OfficeBusiness to Business ServiceOffice supplies and stationery storesApartment BuildingHousing ComplexDepartment storesMarketPharmacyShoppingShopping Mall
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Shinyanga
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Education | 54 |
| Hotels and motels | 38 |
| Churches | 35 |
| Shopping | 30 |
| Primary and elementary schools | 21 |
| Hospitals | 19 |
| Other accommodation | 19 |
| Public administration | 18 |
| Pharmacies and drug stores | 18 |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 17 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Corporate management | 16 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 15 |
| Gas station | 12 |
| Religion | 11 |
| Mosques | 10 |
| Clothing stores | 10 |
Shinyanga Facts
| Area | 3355.9 km² |
| Population | 658,125 |
| Male Population | 321,046 (48.8%) |
| Female Population | 337,079 (51.2%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +207.5% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +60.5% |
| Median Age | 16.4 years (Male: 15.9, Female: 16.9) |
| Area Codes | 28 |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | East Africa Time |
| Lat & Lng | -3.66393, 33.42118 |
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Shinyanga Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 214,007 | 324,973 | 410,102 | 574,141 | 658,125 |
| Population Density | 63.8 / km² | 96.8 / km² | 122.2 / km² | 171.1 / km² | 196.1 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Shinyanga Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 40% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinyanga | +168.3% | +76.7% | +40% |
| Shinyanga Region | +187.7% | +84.3% | +44.7% |
| Tanzania | +234.9% | +110.2% | +57.4% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Shinyanga Median Age
Median Age: 16.4 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinyanga | 16.4 yrs | 16.9 yrs | 15.9 yrs |
| Shinyanga Region | 15.9 yrs | 16.4 yrs | 15.4 yrs |
| Tanzania | 17.7 yrs | 18.2 yrs | 17.1 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Shinyanga Population Density
Population Density: 196 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinyanga | 658,125 | 3,355.9 km² | 196 / km² |
| Shinyanga Region | 1.8 million | 16,423.5 km² | 109 / km² |
| Tanzania | 53.2 million | 940,193.6 km² | 56.6 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Shinyanga Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1200 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.
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Shinyanga
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
Shinyanga CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinyanga | 159,938 tn | 0.24 tn | 47.7 tons/km² |
| Shinyanga Region | 432,071 tn | 0.24 tn | 26.3 tons/km² |
| Tanzania | 13,721,720 tn | 0.26 tn | 14.6 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
Shinyanga CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 159,938 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 0.24 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 47.7 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Drought | Low (2) |
| Flood | Medium (7) |
| Earthquake | Medium (3.8) |
* 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, and International Research Institute for Climate and Society - IRI - Columbia University. 2005. Global Drought Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4VX0DFT.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/25/17 | 9:55 AM | 4.4 | 90.7 km | 10,000 m | 22km WSW of Misasi, Tanzania | usgs.gov |
| 7/31/02 | 11:12 PM | 4.2 | 33.6 km | 10,000 m | Lake Victoria region, Tanzania | usgs.gov |
| 5/29/02 | 11:11 AM | 4.9 | 83.8 km | 10,000 m | Lake Victoria region, Tanzania | usgs.gov |
| 5/18/02 | 3:15 PM | 5.5 | 90.6 km | 10,000 m | Lake Victoria region, Tanzania | usgs.gov |
| 9/3/93 | 10:50 AM | 4.9 | 79.7 km | 33,000 m | Lake Victoria region, Tanzania | usgs.gov |
| 6/10/88 | 10:07 AM | 4.7 | 52.2 km | 10,000 m | Tanzania | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Shinyanga
Shinyanga, also known as Shinyanga mji in the local Swahili language, is a city in northern Tanzania. The city is the location of the regional headquarters of Shinyanga Region as well as the district headquarters of Shinyanga Urban District. The regi..
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