Soanierana Ivongo

Soanierana Ivongo is a rural municipality in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Soanierana Ivongo, which is a part of Analanjirofo Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 26,990 in 2018.

Soanierana Ivongo
Soanierana Ivongo from space
Soanierana Ivongo Location in Madagascar
Coordinates: 16°55′S 49°35′E
Country	Madagascar
Region	Analanjirofo
District	Soanierana Ivongo
Area [1]
• Total	203 km2 (78 sq mi)
Elevation [2]	11 m (36 ft)
Population  (2018)[3]
• Total	26,990
• Density	148/km2 (380/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC3 (EAT)
Postal code	516

Soanierana Ivongo Ville has a riverine harbour. 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.^[4] 24 fokontany (villages) are part of this municipality.

The majority 80% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are cloves and lychee, while other important agricultural products are coffee, rice and vanilla. Services provide employment for 15% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 5% of the population.^[4]

Infrastructure

Soanierana Ivongo is found along the National Road No.5 from Toamasina (165 km) to Maroantsetra (227 km).^[5]

It is also the town where the ferry to Nosy Boraha (ile Sainte-Marie) leaves.

Rivers

In its north the town is bordered by the Marimbona river.

Nature

• Ambatovaky Reserve