Vohilava, Nosy Varika
| Vohilava | |
|---|---|
  Vohilava Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 20°42′S 48°21′E / 20.700°S 48.350°E | |
| Country |
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| Region | Vatovavy-Fitovinany |
| District | Nosy Varika |
| Elevation[1] | 74 m (243 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 15,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Vohilava is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Nosy Varika, which is a part of Vatovavy-Fitovinany Region.
It is situated at the RN 11 between Nosy Varika and Mananjary.
The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 15,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 98% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are coffee and cassava. Services provide employment for 2% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-03.
Coordinates: 20°42′S 48°21′E / 20.700°S 48.350°E
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