Tanambe
Tanambe is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Amparafaravola, which is a part of Alaotra-Mangoro Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 19,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Tanambe | |
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Tanambe Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 17°22′S 48°27′E | |
Country | |
Region | Alaotra-Mangoro |
District | Amparafaravola |
Elevation | 770 m (2,530 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 19,000 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers. Services provide employment for 6% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 4% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-24.
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