Marotolana, Ambanja
For other places with the same name, see Marotolana.
Marotolana | |
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Marotolana Location in Madagascar | |
Coordinates: 14°1′S 48°37′E / 14.017°S 48.617°E | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Diana |
District | Ambanja |
Elevation[1] | 143 m (469 ft) |
Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 10,538 |
Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Marotolana is a municipality (French: commune, Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Ambanja, which is a part of Diana Region. According to 2001 census the population of Marotolana was 10,538.[2]
Only primary schooling is available in town. The majority 99% of the population are farmers. The most important crops are rice and coffee, while other important agricultural products are cocoa and pepper. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-13.
Coordinates: 14°1′S 48°37′E / 14.017°S 48.617°E
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