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Marofoty is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Toliara II, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 17,000 in the 2001 commune census.[2]
Marofoty | |
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  Marofoty Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 22°56′S 43°34′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
| District | Toliara II |
| Elevation | 37 m (121 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 17,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 80% of the population of the commune are farmers, while an additional 15% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crops are maize and cotton, while other important agricultural products are sugarcane and cassava. Services provide employment for 5% of the population.[2]
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