Ifanadiana

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]

Ifanadiana
Ifanadiana
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 21°18′S 47°38′E
Country Madagascar
RegionVatovavy-Fitovinany
DistrictIfanadiana
Elevation466 m (1,529 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total14,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

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]

References and notes

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-03.


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