Mandritsara
Mandritsara [maɳɖʐiˈtsarə̥] is a city and commune (commune urbain, Malagasy: kaominina) in northern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Mandritsara, which is a part of Sofia Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 17,000 in 2001 commune census.
Mandritsara | |
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Mandritsara Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 15°50′S 48°49′E | |
| Country | Madagascar |
| Region | Sofia |
| District | Mandritsara |
| Elevation | 322 m (1,056 ft) |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 17,000 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
| Postal code | 415 |
Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 40% and 35% of the working population. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are peanuts and cassava. Services provide employment for 25% of the population.
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