Behenjy | |
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Behenjy
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Country | Madagascar |
Region | Vakinankaratra |
District | Ambatolampy |
Elevation[1] | 1,418 m (4,652 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 18,000 |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Behenjy is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambatolampy, which is a part of Vakinankaratra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 18,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 50% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 30% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are vegetables, beans, maize and cassava. Industry and services provide employment for 15% and 5% of the population, respectively.[2]
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