# Busia > town in Western Kenya **Wikidata**: [Q1111957](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1111957) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busia,_Kenya) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/busia ## Summary Busia is a town in Western Kenya, serving as the capital of Busia County. It is classified as a city and border city, with a population of 30,777 as of the available data. The town is located at coordinates 0.460833° N, 34.110833° E, at an elevation of 1,227 meters above sea level. ## Key Facts - Located in Western Kenya, specifically within Busia County. - Serves as the capital of Busia County. - Classified as both a city and a border city. - Population: 30,777 (as of available data). - Coordinates: 0.460833° N, 34.110833° E. - Elevation: 1,227 meters above sea level. - Official name: Busia. - Website: [Busia County Government](https://busiacounty.go.ke/). - UN/LOCODE: KEBUS. - Geonames ID: 199989. - Instance of: city, border city. - Wikipedia title: "Busia, Kenya". - Available in multiple Wikipedia languages, including Arabic, Azerbaijani, Catalan, Danish, and more. - Wikidata description: "town in Western Kenya". - Library of Congress Authority ID: n84188287. - National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007557674305171. - Freebase ID: /m/0642y97. - VIAF ID: 148977644. - GND ID: 4394032-8. - Yale Lux ID: place/01d90295-ffc2-4978-98e8-1be72721f4d0. - Who’s On First ID: 421184893. - Sitelink count: 27. ## FAQs **What is the population of Busia?** The population of Busia is recorded as 30,777, based on available data. **Where is Busia located?** Busia is located in Western Kenya, within Busia County, at coordinates 0.460833° N, 34.110833° E. **What is the elevation of Busia?** Busia is situated at an elevation of 1,227 meters above sea level. **What is the official name of Busia?** The official name of Busia is simply "Busia." **What is the UN/LOCODE for Busia?** The UN/LOCODE for Busia is KEBUS. **What is the Geonames ID for Busia?** The Geonames ID for Busia is 199989. **What is the classification of Busia?** Busia is classified as both a city and a border city. **What is the website of Busia County?** The official website of Busia County is [busiacounty.go.ke](https://busiacounty.go.ke/). **What languages is the Busia Wikipedia article available in?** The Busia Wikipedia article is available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Azerbaijani, Catalan, Danish, and more. **What is the Wikidata description of Busia?** The Wikidata description of Busia is "town in Western Kenya." ## Why It Matters Busia serves as a significant administrative and economic hub in Western Kenya, functioning as the capital of Busia County. Its classification as a border city highlights its strategic location, which may influence trade and regional development. The town's coordinates and elevation provide essential geographical data for urban planning, infrastructure development, and environmental studies. The availability of official identifiers such as UN/LOCODE, Geonames ID, and VIAF ID ensures that Busia is accurately referenced in global databases and systems. The presence of a dedicated website and multiple Wikipedia language versions underscores the town's importance in regional and international contexts. These factors collectively contribute to Busia's role as a key administrative and logistical center in Kenya. ## Notable For - Serving as the capital of Busia County. - Being classified as both a city and a border city. - Having a recorded population of 30,777. - Located at coordinates 0.460833° N, 34.110833° E. - Situated at an elevation of 1,227 meters above sea level. - Possessing a UN/LOCODE of KEBUS. - Having a Geonames ID of 199989. - Being referenced in global databases with identifiers such as VIAF, GND, and Yale Lux ID. - Having a dedicated official website for Busia County. - Being available in multiple Wikipedia language versions. ## Body ### Location and Geography Busia is situated in Western Kenya, within Busia County. Its precise coordinates are 0.460833° N, 34.110833° E, placing it in a strategic geographical position. The town's elevation of 1,227 meters above sea level provides additional geographical context for urban planning and environmental studies. ### Administrative Status Busia serves as the capital of Busia County, a significant administrative division in Kenya. This role underscores its importance as a regional hub for governance and public services. ### Classification Busia is classified as both a city and a border city. This dual classification reflects its urban characteristics and strategic location at a national border, which may influence trade and regional development. ### Population The population of Busia is recorded as 30,777, based on available data. This figure provides a snapshot of the town's demographic size, which is essential for urban planning and resource allocation. ### Official Identifiers Busia is referenced in various global databases and systems, including: - UN/LOCODE: KEBUS. - Geonames ID: 199989. - VIAF ID: 148977644. - GND ID: 4394032-8. - Yale Lux ID: place/01d90295-ffc2-4978-98e8-1be72721f4d0. - Who’s On First ID: 421184893. - Library of Congress Authority ID: n84188287. - National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007557674305171. ### Official Website The official website of Busia County is [busiacounty.go.ke](https://busiacounty.go.ke/), providing a direct link to the county's official resources and services. ### Wikipedia Availability The Busia Wikipedia article is available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Azerbaijani, Catalan, Danish, and more. This multilingual presence reflects the town's significance in regional and international contexts. ### Wikidata Description The Wikidata description of Busia is "town in Western Kenya," which succinctly captures its geographical location and administrative status. ### Sitelink Count Busia has a sitelink count of 27, indicating its presence across various language editions of Wikipedia, further emphasizing its regional and international relevance. ## References 1. Virtual International Authority File 2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 3. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/ke.htm) 4. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File