Esira
Esira is a town and commune in Madagascar, in the southern part of the island. It belongs to the district of Amboasary Sud, which is a part of Anosy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Esira | |
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Esira Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 24°20′S 46°42′E | |
Country | |
Region | Anosy |
District | Amboasary Sud |
Elevation | 469 m (1,539 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 10,000 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 6% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize and cassava. Services provide employment for 4% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-04.
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