Ifanadiana is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ifanadiana, which is a part of the region Vatovavy. The population of the commune was estimated 15,681 in 2018.
Ifanadiana | |
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 The Lycee of Ifanadiana | |
  Ifanadiana Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 21°18′S 47°38′E / 21.300°S 47.633°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Vatovavy |
| District | Ifanadiana |
| Elevation | 466 m (1,529 ft) |
| Population (2018) | |
| • Total | 15,681 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
| postal code | 312 |
In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The town provides access to hospital services to its citizens. The majority 70% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are coffee and rice, while other important agricultural products are bananas, beans and cassava. Services provide employment for 30% of the population.[2]
The town of Ifanandiana is situated alongside the National Road 25 that leads from Fianarantsoa to Mananjary.
References and notes edit
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-03.
21°18′S 47°38′E / 21.300°S 47.633°E
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