Ranomafana, Ifanadiana
Ranomafana is a town and commune in Madagascar. 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 10,000 in the 2001 commune census.[2]
Ranomafana | |
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  Ranomafana Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 21°15′S 47°27′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Ifanadiana |
| Elevation | 876 m (2,874 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 10,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in the town. 60% of the population of the commune are farmers; the most important crops are bananas and rice, while other important agricultural products are pineapple and cassava. Services provide employment for 40% of the population.[2] There is an outdoor swimming pool and bath filled by hot water springs. A number of hotels are found throughout the village, accommodating tourist that come to visit the nearby Ranomafana National Park.
See also
- Ranomafana National Park at 6.5 km from Ranomafana.
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-03.
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