Amparafaravola
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| Amparafaravola | |
  Amparafaravola
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| Country |  Madagascar |
| Province | Toamasina |
| Region | Alaotra-Mangoro |
| District | Amparafaravola |
| Elevation [1] | 792 m (2,598 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| - Total | 47,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Amparafaravola is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Amparafaravola, which is a part of Alaotra-Mangoro Region in Toamasina Province. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 47,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
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 80% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 10% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize and cassava. Industry and services provide employment for 1% and 8% of the population, respectively. Additionally fishing employs 1% of the population.[2]
[edit] References and notes
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c ILO census data. Cornell University (2002). Retrieved on 2008-03-24.
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