Beapombo II
Beapombo II is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Betroka, which is a part of Anosy Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 5,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Beapombo II | |
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  Beapombo II Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 23°37′S 45°32′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Anosy |
| District | Betroka |
| Elevation | 585 m (1,919 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 5,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Only primary schooling is available. Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 46% and 49% of the working population. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are peanuts, cassava and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 4% of the population. 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 2008-05-04.
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