Rantabe
Rantabe is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Maroantsetra, which is a part of Analanjirofo Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 20,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Rantabe | |
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  Rantabe Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 15°42′S 49°39′E | |
| Country |  |
| Region | Analanjirofo |
| District | Maroantsetra |
| Elevation | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 20,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Rantabe has a riverine harbour. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 82% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and vanilla, while other important agricultural products are coffee and cloves. Services provide employment for 12% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 6% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-08.
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| Mananara Nord |
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| Maroantsetra |
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| Sainte Marie | ||
| Soanierana Ivongo |
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| Vavatenina | ||
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