Morafeno, Ambohimahasoa
| Morafeno | |
|---|---|
  Morafeno Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 21°12′S 47°17′E / 21.200°S 47.283°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Haute Matsiatra |
| District | Ambohimahasoa |
| Elevation[1] | 1,222 m (4,009 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 10,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Morafeno is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambohimahasoa, which is a part of Haute Matsiatra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 98% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and beans, while other important agricultural products are cassava, sweet potatoes and taro. Services provide employment for 2% 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 2008-05-01.
Coordinates: 21°12′S 47°17′E / 21.200°S 47.283°E