Antombana | |
|---|---|
  Antombana Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 15°0′S 50°10′E / 15.000°S 50.167°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Sava |
| District | Antalaha |
| Population (2001)[1] | |
| • Total | 18,592 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Antombana is a commune (Malagasy: kaominina) in northern Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Antalaha, which is a part of Sava Region. According to 2001 census the population of Antombana was 18,592.[1]
Only primary schooling is available in town. The majority 99% of the population are farmers. The most important crop is vanilla, while other important products are banana, coffee, cloves and rice. Services provide employment for 1% of the population.[1]
References and notes
- 1 2 3 "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-02-15.
15°0′S 50°10′E / 15.000°S 50.167°E
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