Antsahamena

Antsahamena is a commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in northern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Andapa, which is a part of Sava Region. According to 2001 census the population of Antsahamena was 3,418.[2]

Antsahamena
Antsahamena
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 14°55′S 49°45′E
Country Madagascar
RegionSava
DistrictAndapa
Elevation505 m (1,657 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total3,418
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Only primary schooling is available in town. The majority 99.5% of the population are farmers. The most important crops are rice and vanilla; also coffee is an important agricultural product. Services provide employment for 0.5% of the population.[2]

References and notes

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-15.


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