Isaka-Ivondro
Isaka - Ivondro is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Taolanaro, which is a part of Anosy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 13,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Isaka - Ivondro | |
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  Isaka - Ivondro Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 24°48′S 46°51′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Anosy |
| District | Taolanaro |
| Elevation | 172 m (564 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 13,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 75% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 15% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are coffee, lychee and cassava. Services provide employment for 7% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 3% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-04.
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