Isahara
Isahara is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Vangaindrano, which is a part of Atsimo-Atsinanana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 10,000 according to the 2001 commune census.[2]
Isahara | |
|---|---|
  Isahara Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 23°43′S 47°21′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Atsimo-Atsinanana |
| District | Vangaindrano |
| Elevation | 34 m (112 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 10,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. About 99% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are sugarcane, cassava and sweet potatoes. Additionally, fishing employs 1% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-05.
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