Sahamadio, Fandriana

Sahamadio is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Fandriana, which is a part of Amoron'i Mania Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 17,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Sahamadio
Sahamadio
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 20°18′S 47°24′E
Country Madagascar
RegionAmoron'i Mania
DistrictFandriana
Elevation1,334 m (4,377 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total17,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 49% and 45% of the working population. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize, cassava and sweet potatoes. Industry and services provide employment for 1% and 5% of the population, respectively.[2]

References and notes

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 13 May 2008.


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