Fanjakana, Beroroha
Fanjakana is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Beroroha, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 4,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Fanjakana | |
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Fanjakana Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 21°41′S 45°7′E | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
District | Beroroha |
Elevation | 159 m (522 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 4,000 |
• Ethnicities | Bara |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 92% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 6% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans and maize. Services provide employment for 2% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-04-29.
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