Tanandava is a commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in northern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Andapa, which is a part of Sava Region. According to 2001 census the population of Tanandava was 6,152.[2]

Tanandava
Tanandava is located in Madagascar
Tanandava
Tanandava
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 14°38′S 49°34′E / 14.633°S 49.567°E / -14.633; 49.567
Country Madagascar
RegionSava
DistrictAndapa
Elevation496 m (1,627 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
 • Total
6,152
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Only primary schooling is available in town. The majority 98% of the population are farmers. The most important crops are rice and vanilla, while other important agricultural products are coffee and beans. Services provide employment for 2% of the population.[2]

References and notes

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  1. ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-15.

14°38′S 49°34′E / 14.633°S 49.567°E / -14.633; 49.567