Fiadanana, Fandriana
For other municipalities with the same name, see: Fiadanana (disambiguation)
Fiadanana | |
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Coordinates: 20°20′S 47°26′E / 20.333°S 47.433°E | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Amoron'i Mania |
District | Fandriana |
Elevation | 1,427 m (4,682 ft) |
Population (2001) | |
• Total | 14,000 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Fiadanana is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Fandriana, which is a part of Amoron'i Mania Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 14,000 in 2001 commune census.
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 95% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize, cassava and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.
References and notes
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-13.
20°20′S 47°26′E / 20.333°S 47.433°E