Andrafainkona is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in northern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Vohemar, which is a part of Sava Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 5,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Andrafainkona | |
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  Andrafainkona Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 13°44′S 49°28′E / 13.733°S 49.467°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Sava |
| District | Vohemar |
| Elevation | 740 m (2,430 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 5,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 99% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and vanilla, while other important agricultural products are coffee and beans. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]
References and notes
edit- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-25.
13°44′S 49°28′E / 13.733°S 49.467°E
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