Maropaika

Maropaika is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ivohibe, which is a part of Ihorombe Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 9,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Maropaika
Maropaika
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 22°42′S 46°59′E
CountryMadagascar
RegionIhorombe
DistrictIvohibe
Elevation603 m (1,978 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total9,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Maropaika has a riverine harbour. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 56% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 40% receive their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice; other important products are peanuts, beans, and cassava. Services provide employment for 1% of the population. Additionally, fishing employs 3% 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 1 May 2008.


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