Bezaha
Bezaha is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in southwest Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Betioky, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 19,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Bezaha | |
|---|---|
  Bezaha Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 23°30′S 44°30′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
| District | Betioky |
| Elevation | 124 m (407 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 19,000 |
| • Ethnicities | Mahafaly |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Bezaha is served by a local airport. 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.[2]
Farming and raising livestock provide both employment for 45% of the working population. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are beans, cassava and sweet potatoes. Services provide employment for 10% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-12.
| Ampanihy |  | |
|---|---|---|
| Ankazoabo | ||
| Benenitra | ||
| Beroroha | ||
| Betioky Sud | ||
| Morombe |
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| Sakaraha | ||
| Toliara I | ||
| Toliara II | ||
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