Maevatanana II
Maevatanana II is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Maevatanana, which is a part of Betsiboka Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 16,000 in 2001 commune census.[1]
Maevatanana II | |
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| Country |  |
| Region | Betsiboka |
| District | Maevatanana |
| Population (2001)[1] | |
| • Total | 16,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Maevatanana II has a riverine harbour. Only primary schooling is available. The majority 80% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 15% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are rice and tobacco, while other important agricultural products are peanuts and cassava. Additionally fishing employs 5% of the population.[1]
References and notes
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-05.
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