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Andilamena
Place in Alaotra-Mangoro, Madagascar / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Andilamena is a rural commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Andilamena, which is a part of Alaotra-Mangoro Region. The population of the commune was 37,229 in 2018.
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Andilamena | |
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Coordinates: 17°1′S 48°35′E | |
Country | ![]() |
Region | Alaotra-Mangoro |
District | Andilamena |
Elevation | 932 m (3,058 ft) |
Population (2018) | |
• Total | 37,229 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Postal code | 505 |
Climate | Cwa |
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In addition to primary schooling the town offers secondary education at both junior and senior levels. The town provides access to hospital services to its citizens. The majority 65% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 10% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are peanuts, maize and cassava. Industry and services provide employment for 1% and 24% of the population, respectively.[2]
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