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Bekatra
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| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Manakara |
| Elevation[1] | 40 m (131 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 20,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Bekatra is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Manakara, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 20,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 97% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 1% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are coffee and rice, while other important agricultural products are bananas and cassava. Services provide employment for 2% of the population.[2]