Sampona
Sampona is a town and commune in Madagascar. 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 11,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Sampona | |
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  Sampona Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 25°9′S 46°19′E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Anosy |
| District | Amboasary Sud |
| Elevation | 278 m (912 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 11,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 92% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 5% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is cassava, while other important products are maize and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 3% 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.
| Amboasary Sud |  | |
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| Betroka | ||
| Taolanaro | ||
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