Mahadrodroka
| Mahadrodroka | |
|---|---|
  Mahadrodroka Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 15°18′S 47°16′E / 15.300°S 47.267°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Sofia |
| District | Analalava |
| Elevation[1] | 85 m (279 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 7,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Mahadrodroka is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Analalava, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 7,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Mahadrodroka has a riverine harbour. Only primary schooling is available. The majority 65% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are bananas and cassava. Services provide employment for 5% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 30% 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 2008-02-29.
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Coordinates: 15°18′S 47°16′E / 15.300°S 47.267°E