Geography

Landmarks:
The landmarks within the town limits or close to the edges of the town include:

  • The headquarters of Alebtong District Administration
  • The offices of Alebtong Town Council
  • Alebtong Central Market
  • The Lira-Omoro Road - The road passes through Alebtong in a northwest to southeast direction.

Location:
Alebtong District is bordered by Otuke District to the north, Amuria District to the east, Dokolo District to the south and Lira District to the west. The district headquarters at Alebtong, are located approximately 48 kilometres (30 mi), by road, east of Lira, the largest city in the sub-region.This location lies approximately 285 kilometres (177 mi), by road, north of Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest city. The coordinates of the district are:02 18N, 33 18E.

Alebtong lies on the main road between the city of Lira, in Lira District to the west, and the town of Omoro in Alebtong District to the east. This location is approximately 48 kilometres (30 mi), by road, east of Lira, the largest city in the Lango sub-region The coordinates of Alebtong are 02°15′00″N 33°18′54″ECoordinates: 02°15′00″N 33°18′54″E