Vohiposa
| Vohiposa | |
|---|---|
  Vohiposa Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 20°59′S 47°9′E / 20.983°S 47.150°E | |
| Country |
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| Region | Haute Matsiatra |
| District | Ambohimahasoa |
| Elevation[1] | 1,250 m (4,100 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 16,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Vohiposa is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambohimahasoa, which is a part of Haute Matsiatra Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 16,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 90% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and peanuts, while other important agricultural products are beans and maize. Industry and services provide employment for 2% and 8% of the population, respectively.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-01.
Coordinates: 20°59′S 47°9′E / 20.983°S 47.150°E
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