Matsohely
Matsohely | |
|---|---|
  Matsohely Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 14°37′S 49°34′E / 14.617°S 49.567°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Sava |
| District | Andapa |
| Elevation | 487 m (1,598 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
• Total | 7,565 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Matsohely is a commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in northern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Andapa, which is a part of Sava Region. According to a 2001 census, the population of Matsohely was 7,565.[2]
Only primary schooling is available in town. The majority (99.3%) of the population are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are peanuts, coffee and beans. Services provide employment for 0.7% of the population.[2]
References and notes
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b c "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-15.
14°37′S 49°34′E / 14.617°S 49.567°E