Mahazoarivo, Vohipeno
| Mahazoarivo | |
|---|---|
  Mahazoarivo Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 22°19′S 47°35′E / 22.317°S 47.583°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Vohipeno |
| Elevation[1] | 77 m (253 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 19,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Mahazoarivo is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Vohipeno, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 19,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and beans, while other important agricultural products are pineapple, bananas and coffee. Services provide employment for 10% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-03.
Coordinates: 22°19′S 47°35′E / 22.317°S 47.583°E
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