Antsalova | |
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Coordinates: 18°40′S44°37′E / 18.667°S 44.617°E | |
Country | Madagascar |
Region | Melaky |
District | Antsalova |
Elevation | 105 m (344 ft) |
Population (2018) | |
• Total | 58 280 |
Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) |
Postal code | 406 |
Antsalova is a town and commune (Malagasy : kaominina) in western Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Antsalova, which is a part of Melaky Region. The population of the commune was estimated to be approximately 58,280 in 2018.
Antsalova is served by a local Antsalova Airport. Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The town provides access to hospital services to its citizens. [2]
Farming and raising livestock provides employment for 20% and 76% of the working population. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are maize and cassava. Services provide employment for 1% of the population. Additionally fishing employs 3% of the population. [2]
Antsalova lies at the Soahany river. [3]
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