Ankavandra
Ankavandra is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Miandrivazo, which is a part of Menabe Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 11,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Ankavandra | |
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  Ankavandra Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 18°46′S 45°18′E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Menabe |
| District | Miandrivazo |
| Elevation | 134 m (440 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 11,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
| Climate | Aw |
Ankavandra is served by a local airport. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 50% of the population works in fishing. 25% are farmers, while an additional 20% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are sugarcane and cassava. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.[2]
Ankavandra lies on the Manambolo river, and has a population of estimated at 5000
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-09.
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| Mahabo | ||
| Manja | ||
| Miandrivazo | ||
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