Lakato

Lakato is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Moramanga, which is a part of Alaotra-Mangoro Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 15,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Lakato
Lakato
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 19°11′S 48°26′E
Country Madagascar
RegionAlaotra-Mangoro
DistrictMoramanga
Elevation672 m (2,205 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total15,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 85% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are bananas and coffee. Services provide employment for 15% 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 2008-03-24.


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