Mahajamba Usine
Mahajamba Usine is a town and commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Mahajanga II, which is a part of Boeny Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 14,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Mahajamba Usine | |
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  Mahajamba Usine Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 15°42′S 47°6′E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Boeny |
| District | Mahajanga II |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 14,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Mahajamba Usine is served by a local airport. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 80% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crops are rice and peanuts, while other important agricultural products are bananas and cassava. Industry and services provide employment for 7% and 2% of the population, respectively. Additionally fishing employs 11% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-03-03.
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