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Jafaro
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Coordinates: | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Androy |
District | Ambovombe |
Elevation[1] | 225 m (738 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 22,000 |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Jafaro is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambovombe, which is a part of Androy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 22,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 60% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 37% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are maize and tobacco, while other important agricultural products are peanuts and cassava. Services provide employment for 3% of the population.[2]
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