Boanamary
Boanamary is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Mahajanga II, which is a part of Boeny Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Boanamary | |
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![]() ![]() Boanamary Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 15°50′S 46°19′E | |
Country | ![]() |
Region | Boeny |
District | Mahajanga II |
Elevation | 17 m (56 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 10,000 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Boanamary has a riverine harbour. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 60% of the population works in fishing. 35.5% are farmers, while an additional 0.5% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is cassava, while other important products are maize, onions, chili pepper and tomato. Industry and services provide both employment for 2% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-03.
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