Mizilo Gara
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| Mizilo Gara | |
  Mizilo Gara
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| Country |  Madagascar |
| Province | Fianarantsoa |
| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Manakara |
| Elevation [1] | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| - Total | 8,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Mizilo Gara is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Manakara, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region in Fianarantsoa Province. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 8,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 94% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are cassava and lychee, while other important agricultural products are sugarcane and rice. Industry and services provide employment for 5% and 1% of the population, respectively.[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 2008-05-03.
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