Fandriana | |
|---|---|
  Fandriana Location in Madagascar | |
| Coordinates: 20°14′S 47°23′E / 20.233°S 47.383°E | |
| Country |  Madagascar |
| Region | Amoron'i Mania |
| District | Fandriana |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Georges Rajaonarisina |
| Area | |
• Total | 260.64 km2 (100.63 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,391 m (4,564 ft) |
| Population (2018)Census | |
• Total | 29,232 |
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
| Postal code | 308 |
Fandriana is an urban commune in Central Highlands of Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Fandriana, which is a part of Amoron'i Mania Region. It has a population of 29,232 inhabitants (2018).
The town provides access to hospital services to its citizens. It is also a site of industrial-scale mining.[4]
Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 45% and 35% of the working population. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are cassava and sweet potatoes. Industry and services provide employment for 5% and 15% of the population, respectively.[4]
The town is located at 41 km National Road 41 from Ambositra.
- ^ Flyer of the Commune Fandriana
- ^ Mairie Fandriana
- ^ Estimated based on DEM data from Shuttle Radar Topography Mission
- ^ a b "ILO census data". Cornell University. 2002. Retrieved 2008-05-13.