Marovoay
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| Marovoay | |
  Marovoay
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| Country |  Madagascar |
| Province | Mahajanga |
| Region | Boeny |
| District | Marovoay |
| Elevation [1] | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| - Total | 65,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Marovoay is a city and commune (commune urbaine, Malagasy: kaominina) in western Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Marovoay, which is a part of Boeny Region in Mahajanga Province. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 65,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Marovoay 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 60% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 24% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are cassava and sweet potatos. Industry and services provide employment for 2% and 10% of the population, respectively. Additionally fishing employs 4% 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 2008-03-02.
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