Marotoko

Marotoko is a town and commune in Madagascar.[3] It belongs to the district of Ifanadiana, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 7,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Marotoko
Marotoko
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 21°35′S 47°46′E
Country Madagascar
RegionVatovavy-Fitovinany
DistrictIfanadiana
Elevation244 m (801 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total7,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Only primary schooling is available. The majority 95% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are coffee, sugarcane and cassava. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.[2]

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