Mantasoa
Mantasoa | |
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Location in Madagascar | |
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Country | ![]() |
Region | Analamanga |
District | Manjakandriana |
Elevation[1] | 1,397 m (4,583 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 10,000 |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Mantasoa is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Manjakandriana, which is a part of Analamanga Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Mantasoa is served by a local airport. In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The majority 95.5% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 0.5% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans, cassava and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 3% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 1% of the population.[2]
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