Merikanjaka
Merikanjaka is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Manjakandriana, which is a part of Analamanga Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 8,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Merikanjaka | |
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![]() ![]() Merikanjaka Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 19°8′S 47°51′E | |
Country | ![]() |
Region | Analamanga |
District | Manjakandriana |
Elevation | 1,470 m (4,820 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 8,000 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 95% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are cassava, sweet potatoes and potatoes. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-06-03.
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