 It is part of former Chiro woreda what was divided for Chiro Zuria and Gemechis woredas and Chiro Town.The highest peak in Chiro is Mount Arba Gugu (3574 meters).Khat is an important cash crop of this woreda, but because it is a very perishable commodity and must be cultivated not too far from major markets or good roads, it is grown along the main road.