Maroharatra

Maroharatra is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ifanadiana, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Maroharatra
Maroharatra is located in Madagascar
Maroharatra
Maroharatra
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 20°44′S 47°46′E
Country Madagascar
RegionVatovavy-Fitovinany
DistrictIfanadiana
Elevation
[1]
559 m (1,834 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
 • Total10,000
Time zoneUTC+3 (EAT)

Only primary schooling is available. According to a 2001 census, the majority 99% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are coffee and rice, while other important agricultural products are bananas and cassava. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]

References and notes
  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-03.

20°44′S 47°46′E


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