Soalara
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| Soalara | |
|---|---|
  Soalara | |
| Coordinates: 23°35′S 43°43′E / 23.583°S 43.717°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
| District | Toliara II |
| Elevation[1] | 31 m (102 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 10,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Soalara is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Toliara II, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Soalara is served by a local airport and riverine harbour. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 60% of the population works in fishing. 15% are farmers, while an additional 20% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is cassava, while other important products are sweet potatoes and cowpeas. Services provide employment for 5% 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 2008-03-13.
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Coordinates: 23°35′S 43°43′E / 23.583°S 43.717°E
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