Iabakoho
Iabakoho 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 3,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Iabakoho | |
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  Iabakoho Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 24°36′S 47°13′E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Anosy |
| District | Taolanaro |
| Elevation | 40 m (130 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 3,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. The majority of the population of the commune are farmers (60%), while an additional 6% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are cassava and rice; also bananas are an important agricultural product. Industry and services provide employment for 2% of the population. Additionally, fishing employs 30% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-04.
| Amboasary Sud |  | |
|---|---|---|
| Betroka | ||
| Taolanaro | ||
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