Soanierana Ivongo
| Soanierana Ivongo | |
|---|---|
  Soanierana Ivongo Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 16°55′S 49°35′E / 16.917°S 49.583°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Analanjirofo |
| District | Soanierana Ivongo |
| Elevation[1] | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 22,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Soanierana Ivongo is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Soanierana Ivongo, which is a part of Analanjirofo Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 22,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Soanierana Ivongo Ville has a riverine harbour. In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The town provides access to hospital services to its citizens.[2]
The majority 80% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are cloves and lychee, while other important agricultural products are coffee, rice and vanilla. Services provide employment for 15% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 5% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-08.
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Coordinates: 16°55′S 49°35′E / 16.917°S 49.583°E