Befandefa
Befandefa is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Morombe, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 12,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Befandefa | |
|---|---|
  Befandefa Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 22°8′S 43°18′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
| District | Morombe |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 12,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and secondary schools are available in the direct presence of Befandefa. The majority 70% of the population works in fishing. 15% are farmers, while an additional 2% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is maize, while other important products are cassava and sweet potatoes. Industry and services provide employment for 1% and 12% of the population, respectively.[2]
Befandefa has access to an electricity grid, fed by about 15 kWp of PV panels.
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-04-29.
| Ampanihy |  | |
|---|---|---|
| Ankazoabo | ||
| Benenitra | ||
| Beroroha | ||
| Betioky Sud | ||
| Morombe |
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| Sakaraha | ||
| Toliara I | ||
| Toliara II | ||
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