Ifanadiana
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| Ifanadiana | |
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 Ifanadiana
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| Coordinates: 21°18′S 47°38′E / 21.3°S 47.633°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Ifanadiana |
| Elevation[1] | 466 m (1,529 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 14,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Ifanadiana is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ifanadiana, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 14,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The town provides access to hospital services to its citizens. The majority 70% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are coffee and rice, while other important agricultural products are bananas, beans and cassava. Services provide employment for 30% 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 2008-05-03.
Coordinates: 21°18′S 47°38′E / 21.3°S 47.633°E
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