Anosivelo

Anosivelo is a rural municipality in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Farafangana, which is a part of Atsimo-Atsinanana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 17,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Anosivelo
Anosivelo is located in Madagascar
Anosivelo
Anosivelo
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 22°44′S 47°46′E
Country Madagascar
RegionAtsimo-Atsinanana
DistrictFarafangana
Area
  Total150 km2 (60 sq mi)
Elevation6 m (20 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total17,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)
Postal code
309

Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 95% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and coffee, while other important agricultural products are lychee and cassava. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.[2]

Geography

The town is situated at 12 km North from Farafangana along the National road 12.[3]

It is situated at the Manampatrana River.

References

22°44′S 47°46′E


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