Soaserana, Betioky Sud
Soaserana is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in southwest Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Betioky Sud, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 8,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Soaserana | |
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  Soaserana Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 23°53′S 44°54′E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
| District | Betioky Sud |
| Elevation | 468 m (1,535 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 8,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. It is also a site of industrial-scale mining. The majority 55% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 40% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are peanuts and rice, while other important agricultural products are maize and cassava. 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 2008-03-12.
| Ampanihy |  | |
|---|---|---|
| Ankazoabo | ||
| Benenitra | ||
| Beroroha | ||
| Betioky Sud | ||
| Morombe |
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| Sakaraha | ||
| Toliara I | ||
| Toliara II | ||
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