Andranombory
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| Andranombory | |
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 Andranombory
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| Coordinates: 25°7′S 46°31′E / 25.117°S 46.517°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Anosy |
| District | Taolanaro |
| Elevation[1] | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 5,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Andranombory or Andranobory is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Taolanaro, which is a part of Anosy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 5,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 40% and 10% of the working population. The most important crops are maize and tobacco, while other important agricultural products are cassava and sweet potatos. Industry and services provide both employment for 6% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 38% of the population.[2]
[edit] References and notes
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. http://www.ilo.cornell.edu/ilo/data.html. Retrieved 2008-05-04.
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Coordinates: 25°7′S 46°31′E / 25.117°S 46.517°E
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