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Bealanana
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| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Sofia |
| District | Bealanana |
| Elevation[1] | 1,073 m (3,520 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 14,000 |
| • Ethnicities | Tsimihety |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Bealanana is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in western Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Bealanana, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 14,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Bealanana is served by a local airport. 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.[2]
The majority 92% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 1% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are sugarcane, maize and onions. Services provide employment for 6% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 1% of the population.[2]