Besalampy
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| Besalampy | |
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| Country |  Madagascar |
| Province | Mahajanga |
| Region | Melaky |
| District | Besalampy |
| Elevation [1] | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| - Total | 15,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Besalampy is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) on the west coast of Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Besalampy, which is a part of Melaky Region in Mahajanga Province. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 15,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Besalampy is served by a local Besalampy Airport and maritime harbour. In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The town has a permanent court and hospital.[2]
The majority 65% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 30% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is bananas, while other important products are seeds of catechu and oranges. Additionally fishing employs 5% of the population.[2]
[edit] References and notes
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c d ILO census data. Cornell University (2002). Retrieved on 2008-03-04.
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