Manjakatompo
Manjakatompo is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambatolampy, which is a part of Vakinankaratra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 6,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Manjakatompo | |
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  Manjakatompo Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 19°20′S 47°26′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Vakinankaratra |
| District | Ambatolampy |
| Elevation | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 6,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
The town is situated near the Ankaratra massif and the third highest peak of Madagascar, the Mount Tsiafajavona (2643 meters).
There is a forest station near the town covering 8320 ha.[3]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-04-22.
- www.madagascar-guide.com
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