Belaoka Marovato

Belaoka Marovato 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 Belaoka Marovato was 8,463.[2]

Belaoka Marovato
Belaoka Marovato
Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 14°36′S 49°36′E
Country Madagascar
RegionSava
DistrictAndapa
Elevation517 m (1,696 ft)
Population
 (2001)[2]
  Total8,463
Time zoneUTC3 (EAT)

Only primary schooling is available in town. The majority 99.5% of the population are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are pineapple, coffee and vanilla. Services provide employment for 0.5% 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 2008-02-15.


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