Tsaraitso
Tsaraitso is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Betroka, which is a part of Anosy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 4,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Tsaraitso | |
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  Tsaraitso Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 23°15′S 46°16′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Anosy |
| District | Betroka |
| Elevation | 1,477 m (4,846 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 4,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 49.5% and 49.5% of the working population. The most important crops are rice and onions, while other important agricultural products are maize and cassava. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-04.
Capital: Fort Dauphin (Taolagnaro) | ||
| Amboasary Sud (18) - 603 |
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| Betroka (20) - 613 | ||
| Taolagnaro (24) - 614 | ||
3 districts; 62 communes | ||
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