Morafeno, Ambohimahasoa

Morafeno is a rural municipality in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambohimahasoa, which is a part of Haute Matsiatra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Morafeno
Morafeno is located in Madagascar
Morafeno
Morafeno
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 21°12′S 47°17′E
Country Madagascar
RegionHaute Matsiatra
DistrictAmbohimahasoa
Elevation1,222 m (4,009 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total10,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)
Postal code
305

Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 98% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and beans, while other important agricultural products are cassava, sweet potatoes and taro. Services provide employment for 2% of the population.[2]

References

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-01.

21°12′S 47°17′E


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