Lakato  | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates: 19°11′S48°26′E / 19.183°S 48.433°E | |
| Country | |
| Region | Alaotra-Mangoro | 
| District | Moramanga | 
| Elevation | 672 m (2,205 ft) | 
| Population  (2018) [2]   | |
 • Total  | 21,609 | 
| Time zone | UTC3 (EAT) | 
| Postal code | 514  | 
Lakato is a rural commune in Madagascar. It belongs to the district of Moramanga, which is a part of Alaotra-Mangoro Region. The population of the commune was 21,609 in 2018.
Primary and junior level secondary education are available in town. The majority 85% of the population of the commune are farmers. The most important crop is rice, while other important products are bananas and coffee. Services provide employment for 15% of the population. [3]
19°11′S48°26′E / 19.183°S 48.433°E