Vondrozo

Vondrozo is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Vondrozo, which is a part of Atsimo-Atsinanana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Vondrozo
Vondrozo
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 22°49′S 47°17′E
Country Madagascar
RegionAtsimo-Atsinanana
DistrictVondrozo
Elevation437 m (1,434 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total10,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The town provides access to hospital services to its citizens. The majority 97% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are coffee and pepper, while other important agricultural products are cassava and rice. Services provide employment for 3% of the population.[2]

References

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-10.


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