Mahasoabe is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Fianarantsoa II, which is a part of Haute Matsiatra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 34,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Mahasoabe | |
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  Mahasoabe Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 21°35′S 47°13′E / 21.583°S 47.217°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Haute Matsiatra |
| District | Fianarantsoa II |
| Elevation | 1,100 m (3,600 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 34,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The majority 98% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and oranges, while other important agricultural products are cassava, sweet potatoes and potatoes. Services provide employment for 1% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 1% of the population.[2]
References and notes edit
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-01.
21°35′S 47°13′E / 21.583°S 47.217°E
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