Andranombory

Andranombory or Andranobory is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Taolanaro, which is a part of Anosy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 5,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]

Andranombory
Andranombory
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 25°7′S 46°31′E
Country Madagascar
RegionAnosy
DistrictTaolanaro
Elevation22 m (72 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total5,000
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Only primary schooling is available. Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 40% and 10% of the working population. The most important crops are maize and tobacco, while other important agricultural products are cassava and sweet potatoes. Industry and services provide both employment for 6% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 38% of the population.[2]

References and notes

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-04.


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