Andranomena

Andranomena
Andranomena

Location in Madagascar

Coordinates: 14°36′S 49°33′E / 14.600°S 49.550°E / -14.600; 49.550
Country  Madagascar
Region Sava
District Andapa
Elevation[1] 483 m (1,585 ft)
Population (2001)[2]
  Total 4,038
Time zone EAT (UTC3)

Andranomena 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 Andranomena was 4,038.[2]

Only primary schooling is available in town. The majority 94% of the population are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans and vanilla. Industry and services provide employment for 5% and 1% of the population, respectively.[2]

References and notes

  1. Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
  2. 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-15.

Coordinates: 14°36′S 49°33′E / 14.600°S 49.550°E / -14.600; 49.550


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