Mampikony II is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Mampikony, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 14,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Mampikony II | |
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  Mampikony II Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 16°18′S 47°41′E / 16.300°S 47.683°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Sofia |
| District | Mampikony |
| Elevation | 213 m (699 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 14,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Mampikony II is served by a local airport. Only primary schooling is available. The majority 80% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 15% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize, cassava and onions. Services provide employment for 0.5% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 4.5% 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 2008-03-02.
16°18′S 47°41′E / 16.300°S 47.683°E
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