Beramanja
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| Beramanja | |
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  Beramanja | |
| Coordinates: 13°20′S 48°52′E / 13.333°S 48.867°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Diana |
| District | Ambilobe |
| Elevation[1] | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 26,273 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Beramanja is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambilobe, which is a part of Diana Region. According to 2001 commune census the population of Beramanja was 26,273.[2]
Beramanja has a riverine harbour. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority of the population 58% works in fishing. 37% are farmers, while an additional 3% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is coffee, while other important products are maize, sweet potatos and rice. Industry and services provide both employment for 1% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-13.
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Coordinates: 13°20′S 48°52′E / 13.333°S 48.867°E
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