Marofototra is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Mananjary, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 15,000 in the 2001 commune census.[2]
Marofototra | |
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  Marofototra Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 20°52′S 48°10′E / 20.867°S 48.167°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Mananjary |
| Elevation | 79 m (259 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 15,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education is available in town. 98% of the commune's population is engaged in farming. The most important crops are cassava and rice, while other important agricultural products are peanuts and coffee. Services provide employment for 2% 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 2008-05-03.
20°52′S 48°10′E / 20.867°S 48.167°E
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