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Maroteza
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| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Atsimo-Atsinanana |
| District | Vondrozo |
| Elevation[1] | 256 m (840 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 18,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Maroteza is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Vondrozo, which is a part of Atsimo-Atsinanana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 18,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 99% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are coffee and rice, while other important agricultural products are bananas, sugarcane and cassava. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]