Manambolosy is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Mananara Nord, which is a part of Analanjirofo Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 11,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Manambolosy | |
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  Manambolosy Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 16°2′S 49°40′E / 16.033°S 49.667°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Analanjirofo |
| District | Mananara Nord |
| Elevation | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 11,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 96% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is cloves, while other important products are coffee, rice and vanilla. Services provide employment for 3% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 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 2008-03-07.
16°2′S 49°40′E / 16.033°S 49.667°E
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