Tranovaho
| Tranovaho | |
|---|---|
  Tranovaho Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 25°18′S 44°58′E / 25.300°S 44.967°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Androy |
| District | Beloha |
| Elevation[1] | 177 m (581 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 13,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Tranovaho is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Beloha, which is a part of Androy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 13,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 60% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 20% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is cassava, while other important products are maize and cowpeas. Services provide employment for 5% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 15% 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 2008-05-02.
Coordinates: 25°18′S 44°58′E / 25.300°S 44.967°E
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