Ivato, Vohipeno
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| Ivato | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
|---|---|
| Province | Fianarantsoa |
| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Vohipeno |
| Population (2001)[1] | |
| - Total | 12,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Ivato is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Vohipeno, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region in Fianarantsoa Province. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 12,000 in 2001 commune census.[1]
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 85% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and oranges, while other important agricultural products are coffee and lychee. Services provide employment for 10% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 5% of the population.[1]
[edit] References and notes
- ^ a b c ILO census data. Cornell University (2002). Retrieved on 2008-05-03.
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