Soatanana
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| Soatanana | |
  Soatanana
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| Country |  Madagascar |
| Province | Fianarantsoa |
| Region | Haute Matsiatra |
| District | Fianarantsoa II |
| Elevation [1] | 1,141 m (3,743 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| - Total | 10,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Soatanana is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Fianarantsoa II, which is a part of Haute Matsiatra Region in Fianarantsoa Province. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The majority 95% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and bambara groundnut, while other important agricultural products are maize, cassava and potatos. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.[2]
[edit] References and notes
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c ILO census data. Cornell University (2002). Retrieved on 2008-05-01.
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