Mahadrodroka is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Analalava, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 7,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Mahadrodroka | |
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  Mahadrodroka Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 15°18′S 47°16′E / 15.300°S 47.267°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Sofia |
| District | Analalava |
| Elevation | 85 m (279 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 7,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Mahadrodroka has a riverine harbour. Only primary schooling is available. The majority 65% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are bananas and cassava. Services provide employment for 5% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 30% 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 2008-02-29.
15°18′S 47°16′E / 15.300°S 47.267°E
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