Befandefa
| Befandefa | |
|---|---|
  Befandefa Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 22°8′S 43°18′E / 22.133°S 43.300°E | |
| Country |
 Madagascar |
| Region | Atsimo-Andrefana |
| District | Morombe |
| Elevation[1] | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Population (2001)[2] | |
| • Total | 12,000 |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC3) |
Befandefa is a town and commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Morombe, which is a part of Atsimo-Andrefana Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 12,000 in 2001 commune census.[2]
Only primary schooling is available. The majority 70% of the population works in fishing. 15% are farmers, while an additional 2% receives their livelihood from raising livestock. The most important crop is maize, while other important products are cassava and sweet potatoes. Industry and services provide employment for 1% and 12% of the population, respectively.[2]
References and notes
- ↑ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-04-29.
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Coordinates: 22°8′S 43°18′E / 22.133°S 43.300°E
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