Soaindrana
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| Soaindrana | |
  Soaindrana
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| Country |  Madagascar |
| Province | Fianarantsoa |
| Region | Haute Matsiatra |
| District | Fianarantsoaii |
| Elevation [1] | 1,194 m (3,917 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| - Total | 8,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Soaindrana is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Fianarantsoaii, which is a part of Haute Matsiatra 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 90% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 8% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are rice and cabbage, while other important agricultural products are beans and cassava. Industry and services provide both employment for 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 2008-05-01.
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