Ianapera
Appearance
Ianapera | |
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Coordinates: 23°37′S 45°8′E / 23.617°S 45.133°E | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
District | Benenitra |
Elevation | 431 m (1,414 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 10,000 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Ianapera is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Benenitra, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 65% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 34% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans, cassava and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]
Rivers
[edit]The commune is crossed by the Ianapera river.
References and notes
[edit]- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-04-29.
23°37′S 45°8′E / 23.617°S 45.133°E