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Betsako
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Country | Madagascar |
Region | Boeny |
District | Mahajanga II |
Elevation[1] | 34 m (112 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 7,000 |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Betsako is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Mahajanga II, which is a part of Boeny Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 7,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 94% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is tomato, while other important products are mango, cassava and sweet potatos. Services provide employment for 1% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 5% of the population.[2]
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